Manager, Warehousing

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise. Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members. About the Role: Archer is seeking a highly capable Warehousing Manager to lead and scale our internal and external warehouse operations. This role is responsible for the systems, tools, compliance frameworks, and day-to-day execution that ensure aircraft parts, batteries, tooling, and other high-value assets move efficiently across Archer’s factories, test sites, and supplier network. The Warehousing Manager will play a critical role in ensuring the right materials are in the right place at the right time to support Archer’s rapidly growing production and flight-test programs. This is a program-building leadership role responsible for designing and operating Archer’s warehousing ecosystem as the company scales production, expands flight testing, and increases global operational complexity. The role ensures materials are handled safely, compliantly, and efficiently—delivered on time and at the right cost to support Archer’s manufacturing, engineering, and test organizations. What You’ll Do: Lead Archer’s Warehouse Operations Own daily warehouse operations across Archer facilities and third-party warehouses Lead a team of 30+ contractors and full time employees Ensure aircraft parts, batteries, tooling, flight hardware, and high-value materials are received, stored, controlled, and issued with precision and reliability Build and lead high-performing warehouse teams that operate with strong safety, quality, and operational discipline Maintain highly organized warehouse environments capable of supporting fast-moving production and flight-test programs Lead and be responsible for SOX audits and quarterly cycle counts Build Archer’s Hazardous Materials Storage Program Design and operate Archer’s hazardous materials storage program, including lithium batteries, chemicals, and regulated aerospace materials Ensure full compliance with OSHA, NFPA, DOT/PHMSA and internal engineering and EHS safety requirements Establish storage standards, segregation controls, labeling systems, and training programs for regulated materials Create Scalable Warehouse Infrastructure Design Archer’s warehouse operating model as the company scales production and test operations Develop standard warehouse layouts, material flow strategies, and storage systems across sites Implement warehouse systems, tools, and processes that improve inventory accuracy, traceability, and operational visibility Establish standardized procedures for receiving, inventory control, kitting, and material issuance Drive Performance, Accuracy, and Cost Efficiency Own key warehouse KPIs including inventory accuracy, material availability, dock-to-stock time, and warehouse productivity Lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions for inventory discrepancies, material damage, and operational disruptions Continuously improve warehouse throughput, space utilization, and labor efficiency Partner Across Archer Serve as the warehouse operations partner for Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Flight Test teams Translate build plans, engineering demand, and test schedules into warehouse stocking, staging, and material readiness strategies Support new facility launches, production ramp, and expanding international operational footprints Protect and Control High-Value Assets Ensure flight hard ... (truncated, view full listing at source)