About this job

Rocket Lab is the global leader in small satellite launch. Our mission is to open access to space to improve life on Earth. There are endless possibilities for what we can achieve with better access to space, and that access is now a reality thanks to Rocket Lab. Our team is 500 people strong and we’re adding to it every week. Collaboration is at our core – every idea is heard, and everyone makes a difference. Teams are nimble, decisions are made quickly, and we are action-oriented. While other companies talk about it, we do it!

Responsibilities

Rocket Lab is a global leader in launching rockets, and we have been selected by NASA for a pathfinding mission to Lunar Orbit which is super exciting for us! Logistics is crucial to making all this happen. There are thousands of components that are used on Electron that come from both local suppliers and all over the world and this role ensures that these components are at the right place at the right time in line with requests raised by internal customers (Buying, planning, production and others). This role will work closely with the Inwards Team, receipting and dispatching stores.

Profile

Essential skills

• 2+ years previous relevant logistics experience
• Able to work well within a Team environment
• A strong understanding of MS Office software
• A can-do attitude, open to learning with good organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience working under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Knowledge of freight forwarding and customs regulations
• IATA / IMDG Dangerous Goods knowledge
• NZ Drivers License with D Endorsement

Important Information

For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States’ International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality.