Purchasing & Logistics Specialist

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security, and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets, leading in the race for technological and operational superiority from the ground to space.

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You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers, and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality.

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager.

The Purchasing and Logistics Specialist will be located onsite in Minden, LA and reports to the Director of Operations. This role is needed for a DoD and PSM regulated explosives and chemical manufacturing operation supporting defense and industrial applications is responsible for handling site purchasing, inventory accuracy, and logistics activities to ensure reliable material availability, system integrity, and uninterrupted plant operations.

In this role, the essential functions are:

• Own and maintain site inventory accuracy, including cycle count program execution, reconciliation, and enforcement of transaction discipline within the ERP system
• Lead purchasing activities, assist with supplier selection, and responsible for purchase order execution, ensuring alignment with production priorities, cost targets, and material availability
• Plan and coordinate inbound and outbound logistics, ensuring timely, compliant, and cost-effective movement of materials and finished goods
• Monitor and manage material availability, proactively identifying risks, shortages, or excess inventory and driving actions to support uninterrupted production
• Ensure material traceability, accurate recordkeeping, and compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and regulatory standards across purchasing, inventory, and logistics processes
• Perform general administrative and office support responsibilities, including answering phones, coordinating activities for the site, and maintaining clean, organized office areas.

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• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics, or related field with 2 years of experience in purchasing, inventory, or logistics OR Associate’s degree with 5 years of experience OR 7 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree with High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Experience managing inventory in a manufacturing environment, including cycle counts, reconciliation, and maintaining high inventory accuracy, along with ERP system experience (e.g., NetSuite) to enforce transaction discipline and data integrity
• Proven experience in purchasing and logistics, including supplier coordination, purchase order management, and oversight of inbound and outbound shipments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify inventory discrepancies, resolve issues, and support uninterrupted production
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while effectively collaborating with operations, engineering, finance, and suppliers

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with ERP system implementation, optimization, or advanced functionality (e.g., NetSuite), including inventory controls and reporting
• Experience with inventory control best practices, including cycle count programs, audit readiness, and material traceability systems

Travel, Physical and/or Government Mandated Requirements:

• Travel is minimal, with occasional overnight travel as needed
• Ability to lift, move, or carry items or equipment up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout a manufacturing and warehouse environment for extended periods with exposure to varying temperatures
• Ability to wear required PPE and comply with site-specific safety and regulatory requirements
• Candidates must meet all eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain applicable state and federal explosives licenses, including minimum age requirements (21 and over), a drug-free workplace in compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 (41 U.S.C. §§ 8101–8106), Executive Order 12564 (Drug-Free Federal Workplace), applicable Department of Defense directives including DoD Instruction 1010.09 and DFARS 252.226-7003 and successful completion of any legally required background investigations.
• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

The good faith base salary range for this role is $45,000-$58,000 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills, and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. This range may be adjusted in the future.

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.

• Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company, and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match of up to 4% to help you build long-term financial security
• Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
• The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. 

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The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.