The Material Flow Engineering Manager at Rivian is a key leadership position focused on optimizing the material supply chain from suppliers to the assembly line. This role emphasizes ensuring material availability for high-volume production while prioritizing efficiency and safety. The manager will lead automation initiatives and develop strategies to enhance material flow. The position is based in Normal, IL and reports to a Senior Manager in Manufacturing Engineering.

• 7+ years of experience in high-volume manufacturing OEMs, logistics, or supply chain engineering, with at least 5 years in a formal supervisory or leadership capacity.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience with data-based development of end-to-end supply chain, logistics, and/or material flow processes for high volume, high complexity production or logistics facilities.
• Demonstrated skill in CAD software (AutoCAD) for layout planning, including 2+ years of experience.
• Strong capability in data analysis tools (Excel/Google Sheets) and analytical ability to break down complex problems and data sets.

• Lead automation of supply chain logistics and high-impact projects that integrate physical logistics with digital intelligence.
• Develop, model, and analyze material flow strategies to achieve optimal cost, space utilization, and throughput.
• Oversee the optimization and maintenance of cross-functional databases for material tracking and inventory control.
• Create efficient, Lean, and safe factory layouts and material flow plans from receiving to delivery.
• Manage cross-functional project teams, vendor relationships, and project timelines to meet safety, quality, and production metrics.
• Author comprehensive Work Instructions (SOPs) and Job Cards to standardize tasks and minimize process variation.

• Employees at Rivian are often offered comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, ESPP and potential RSU grants, performance bonuses, and generous time off including paid parental and sick leave. Perks can include 24/7 mental-health coaching and therapy, Hinge Health for Anthem enrollees, tuition assistance and professional development, plus on-site food and a wide range of employee discounts on items like computers, mobile phones, home loans, and pet care.