Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.
We are seeking a Planning Program Manager to own inventory forecasting and optimization across Anduril’s hardware portfolio. You will be responsible for ensuring that inventory forecasts are accurate, actionable, and tied directly to stocking strategy, excess & obsolescence control, and overall readiness. This role is about using data to run inventory like a tight ship—ensuring every dollar of working capital is purposeful, every stocking decision is grounded in analysis, and every stakeholder is accountable for outcomes.
ABOUT THE ROLEInventory Forecasting Leadership
- Develop, own, and refine inventory forecasting frameworks
- Continuously improve forecast accuracy by digging into data issues, identifying drivers of error (lead time variability, usage assumptions, BOM changes, etc.), and driving corrective actions
- Build governance around forecast ownership—ensuring Product, Engineering, Deployment Ops, and Finance align to accurate inventory positions
- Track and improve inventory forecast KPIs (accuracy, bias, variance vs. plan)
Stocking Strategy & Optimization
- Translate inventory forecasts into stocking strategies across programs, depots, and suppliers
- Define min/max policies, stocking horizons, and ABC segmentation to balance readiness and cost
- Align stocking strategies with deployment timelines, cash constraints, and supplier lead times
Excess & Obsolescence Management
- Monitor and forecast at-risk, slow-moving, and obsolete inventory
- Lead proactive mitigation programs: lifecycle reviews, repurpose strategies, and phase-out planning
- Partner with Finance on reserves and write-off avoidance programs
Inventory Reduction & Efficiency
- Identify drivers of excess inventory and implement reduction strategies tied to forecast discipline
- Run inventory health reviews to ensure stock levels are consistently right-sized
- Drive continuous improvement programs that lower Days of Inventory, increase turnover, and reduce waste
Data, Systems & Visibility
- Partner with Systems and Analytics teams to enhance ERP/planning tools for inventory forecasting
- Develop dashboards that highlight forecast accuracy, stocking coverage, E&O exposure, and inventory health
- Document and roll out standardized inventory forecasting SOPs across the business
- 6+ years’ experience in inventory forecasting, supply planning, or inventory management in a hardware/manufacturing environment.
- Track record of improving inventory forecast accuracy and enforcing business-wide accountability.
- Strong data analysis skills; able to identify and fix systemic issues impacting inventory forecast reliability.
- Deep familiarity with ERP and planning systems (SAP, NetSuite, Oracle, or similar).
- High ownership, strong cross-functional leadership, and ability to build process rigor in fast-scaling environments.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Engineering, or related field.
- Eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance.
The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:
Healthcare Benefits
- US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
- UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
- IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Additional Benefits
- Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
- Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
- Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
- Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
- Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development
- Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
- Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.
Retirement Savings Plan
- US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
- UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.
- AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.
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