What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Analyst II, Warehouse Operations position at Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies?
About Us
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive’s next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we’re addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world.
The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we’ll map a new way forward. Working together, we’ll create a future that’s more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone.
Role Summary
Our Logistics and Material Handling Analysts work hand in hand with our labcar, sub-assembly, and RVT teams to manage seamless material flow. They monitor internal systems to support proper supply, oversee warehouse health, and expedite any requests needed for the team. They work cross-functionally with engineers, team members, and leadership to make sure operations are running efficiently. This role is responsible for ensuring inventory accuracy and enforcing policies that ensure efficient, effective, and safe warehouse operations. The opening is located at our warehouse in Irvine, CA, and reports directly to the Material Handling Manager.
Responsibilities
Salary Range for Irvine, California Based Candidates: $69,300 - $86,600 USD (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).
Benefits Summary: Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums.
Equal Opportunity
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at candidateaccommodations@rivian.com.
Candidate Data Privacy
Rivian and VW Group Technologies (“Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies”) may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies affiliates; and (iii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies’ service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.
Please see our Candidate Data Privacy Notice (English) and Candidate Data Privacy Notice (Serbian) for more information.
Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive’s next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we’re addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world.
The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we’ll map a new way forward. Working together, we’ll create a future that’s more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone.
Role Summary
Our Logistics and Material Handling Analysts work hand in hand with our labcar, sub-assembly, and RVT teams to manage seamless material flow. They monitor internal systems to support proper supply, oversee warehouse health, and expedite any requests needed for the team. They work cross-functionally with engineers, team members, and leadership to make sure operations are running efficiently. This role is responsible for ensuring inventory accuracy and enforcing policies that ensure efficient, effective, and safe warehouse operations. The opening is located at our warehouse in Irvine, CA, and reports directly to the Material Handling Manager.
Responsibilities
- Material Flow & Inventory: Manages material flow and inventory control; processes received goods through goods receipt, put away, and issue out.
- System Integrity: Monitors internal pull systems and maintains/monitors the WMS/ERP systems to ensure goods are correctly stored and reflected digitally.
- Floor Resolution: Responds to and resolves floor problems (Min/Max conditions, standard pack discrepancies, packaging compliance, and labeling).
- Operational Oversight: Oversees warehouse locations and labeling; manages and maintains warehouse material handling equipment.
- Supply Support: Maintains Build Sequence rules (spacing, batching, option leveling) and supports material flow for new product requirements.
- Quality Coordination: Coordinates the disposal or return of replaced parts and handles replacement orders for miss-builds and scrap units.
- Team Leadership: Prepares work schedules; assists with recruiting, hiring, and training warehouse team members on processes and procedures.
- Reporting & Strategy: Administers the Internal Control Review Process and audits; supports Prototype Build meetings to review KPIs and provide status updates.
- Continuous Improvement: Evaluates current operational processes to highlight gaps and implement lean solutions to improve readiness.
- Experience: 3-5 years relevant experience managing warehouse operations (shipping, receiving, inventory control). High volume, automotive, or start-up experience strongly preferred.
- Education: College degree in Supply Chain, Materials, Logistics, or Engineering preferred, or equivalent professional experience.
- Technical Proficiency: Super-user status in WMS/ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and experience with PLM systems and their interface with MRP preferred.
- Computer Skills: Strong computer skills in Excel, Google Sheets, and Google Docs.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
- Problem Solving: Ability to solve practical problems and apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
- Team Orientation: Strong cross-functional attitude and experience motivating and leading team members in a constructive manner.
- Compliance: Ability to read and interpret documents such as governmental regulations, safety rules, and operating manuals.
- Physical Demands:
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, and reach with hands and arms.
- The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment where the noise level is usually moderate.
Salary Range for Irvine, California Based Candidates: $69,300 - $86,600 USD (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).
Benefits Summary: Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums.
Equal Opportunity
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at candidateaccommodations@rivian.com.
Candidate Data Privacy
Rivian and VW Group Technologies (“Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies”) may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies affiliates; and (iii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies’ service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.
Please see our Candidate Data Privacy Notice (English) and Candidate Data Privacy Notice (Serbian) for more information.
Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.
Salary : $69,300 - $86,600