Supervisor, Inventory OperationsTorrance, CA

Supervisor, Inventory Operations

Torrance, CA

Lead and optimize end-to-end material handling operations including receiving, stocking, kitting, shipping, and physical inventory management.

Drive continuous improvement in inventory processes and tools, identifying inefficiencies and implementing scalable solutions with strong reporting and tracking capabilities.

Build and manage a staff of a high-performing inventory specialists including all recruitment, training, development, auditing, and performance management related tasks

Monitoring and maintaining team adherence to safety, workmanship, time clocking, and shop cleanliness standards

Partnering with engineering leaders and production management to determine priorities, lead times, and completion timelines

Basic qualifications :

35 years of experience in inventory management, warehouse operations, or materials handling, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment

Prior experience in leading a team or a project

Strong understanding of inventory systems (ERP, WMS) and proficiency in data analysis (Excel, Google Sheets, or similar) to track inventory trends and generate performance reports

Clear communication skills, with experience collaborating cross-functionally with teams such as production, logistics, and finance

Ability to stand for four to six hours per day and lift up to 50 pounds

Bonus qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Industrial Engineering, or a related field

Experience implementing ERP / WMS systems or leading system transitions

Lean Six Sigma certification or formal training in continuous improvement methodologies

Experience scaling material operations in a high-growth startup or new production launch environment

Enthusiasm for boating and clean energy

Our values :

We value these five things above all else :

Ownership over both your work and the company's success

Empathy for colleagues and for customers

Humility in problem solving and collaboration

Pragmatism for navigating ambiguity quickly and sensibly

Inclusion of different backgrounds, opinions, cultures, etc.

Given that we work in a sometimes intense or stressful environment, it's vital that our values align. We'd be happy to elaborate on any or all of these during the interview process.

What we offer :

Talented teammates that challenge you to be better

Access and ability to provide input on a wide range of business activities

Salary between $90,000 - $110,000 per year

Semi-annual bonuses tied to impact

A meaningful equity stake

An opportunity to have an outsized impact on industry-defining vehicles

The ability to drive positive environmental change through your work

Nearly free health insurance (we cover 99%) and 401k access

Generous parental leave

Daily lunches at our office in LA, plenty of snacks, lots of swag, and more

Boat rides!

Hope to hear from you soon!

The Crew at Arc