Skydio
Inventory Control Manager
Hayward, California, United States · Senior · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$131k-$208kDetected 18 days ago
Data AnalysisComplianceExcelSAPSupply ChainProcess ImprovementProcurementERPInventory ManagementLeadershipProblem SolvingSarbanes-OxleyLean Manufacturing
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About the role
- As Skydio's Inventory Control Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing all inventory management activities within a highly regulated aerospace manufacturing environment.
- The Inventory Control Manager plays a critical role in ensuring operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and on-time delivery in a highly complex aerospace manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- By maintaining accurate and controlled inventory, this role directly enables production continuity and supports the company's ability to meet stringent customer and safety requirements.
- This position drives impact in several key ways:
- Leads initiatives to streamline processes, improve accuracy, and enhance system capabilities (ERP/MRP), driving long-term operational scalability.
- At Skydio we believe that diversity drives innovation.
- We have created a multidisciplinary environment that embraces the power of diverse perspectives to create elegant solutions for complex problems.
Requirements
- Proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, reporting dashboards).
- Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
- Obtaining FAA Part 107 certification within the first 60 days of employment is strongly encouraged for all Skydio employees and required for certain positions.
Nice to have
- Ensures the right materials are available at the right time, minimizing line stoppages and supporting on-time delivery of high-value aerospace components.
- Safeguards adherence to strict aerospace standards (e.g., AS9100, FAA), ensuring full traceability of parts and reducing risk of non-compliance or costly recalls.
- Reduces excess, obsolete, and inaccurate inventory, improving inventory turns and freeing up working capital.
- Provides accurate inventory data that informs procurement, planning, and executive decision-making.
- Acts as a key bridge between supply chain, production, quality, warehousing, and engineering teams to ensure seamless material flow and accountability.
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 5-10+ years of inventory, warehouse, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably aerospace or defense.
- Strong knowledge of inventory control practices, MRP/ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar).
Compensation
- At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full-time employees include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of stock options, and comprehensive benefits packages.
- Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience.
- The annual base salary range for this position is $131,250 - $208,125*.
- Regular, full-time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits: Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan.
- Compensation for certain positions may vary based on the position's location.
Benefits
- Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan.
- This position and all associated benefits are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as the Company's policies and eligibility criteria.
- Fundamentally, we believe that equity is the key to long-term financial growth, and we ensure all regular, full-time employees have the opportunity to significantly benefit from the company's success.
- Regular, full-time employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's group health insurance plans.
Company info
- Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility.
- The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users, from utility inspectors https://www.skydio.com/solutions/energy-and-utilities to first responders https://www.skydio.com/solutions/public-safety, soldiers in battlefield scenarios https://www.skydio.com/solutions/national-security/tactical-isr, and beyond https://www.skydio.com/solutions.
- Identifies and resolves discrepancies, preventing shortages, quality escapes, or production delays that could impact customers or contracts.
- We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture.
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