Inventory & Logistics Executive

About BeeX

BeeX is building the world's most advanced Hovering Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (HAUVs).

BeeX specialises in providing autonomous robotics solutions to safeguard underwater infrastructure in the maritime, energy and defense sectors, reducing over 90% of carbon emissions. We are pioneering Autonomous Robotics-as-a-Service (ARaaS) on a global scale, supported by decades of operational experience in harsh waters. With unprecedented efficiency, we strive to provide our customers with a one-point solution for asset integrity management -- protecting assets they value, making sure they stay safe.

Why Join Now
The industries we serve need new ways to overcome their current challenges, and BeeX sees the opportunity in delivering exactly that, right now. Creating anything new is very hard, and we need outstanding people.

At BeeX, everyone is dependent; united by enthusiasm for bold innovation. Our multi-disciplinary team thrives in dynamic environments, driving transformative advancements globally. Join us to make a meaningful impact on the world!

You will enjoy this job if you:

• Want to work in fast-paced start-up environment, prioritizing growth over short-term gains

• Like to work independently, as well as collaboratively with team members in other sub-teams

• Have a positive learning mindset, and can quickly absorb knowledge to overcome challenges

• Can assess risk and make time-critical decisions/tradeoffs in imperfect scenarios

Your Role

As Inventory & Logistics Manager, you will own how materials, vehicles, and equipment move through BeeX, from incoming parts to HAUVs shipped out for client inspection jobs. Our inventory includes high-value and sensitive items (subsea connectors, sensors, PCBs, batteries, pressure hulls, and thrusters) along with thousands of small parts like crimps, fasteners, and O-rings. Our vehicles and support equipment also travel regularly between sites, test locations, and client deployments. You will lead the warehouse team, set up robust inventory controls, and make sure the right HAUVs and spares get to the right place on time and in compliance.

Your Job Scope

Inventory management

• Own inventory accuracy across the Singapore and Johor Bahru sites, including stock policies, cycle counts, and stock takes.

• Set stocking levels, safety stock, and reorder points for critical and common HAUV parts, working with the Production Planner and Buyer.

• Manage traceability for serialised and batch-controlled parts, vehicles, and field equipment.

• Monitor inventory value, aging, and slow-moving or obsolete stock, and drive corrective action.

• Maintain inventory data and processes in our ERP system (e.g. Odoo).

Warehouse operations and team leadership

• Lead and develop the warehouse team, including Warehouse Technicians.

• Set up and improve receiving, storage, kitting, and issuing processes to support HAUV builds.

• Enforce safe storage and handling for sensitive and controlled items, including ESD-sensitive electronics, lithium batteries, and precision parts.

• Maintain warehouse safety, 5S, and layout as volumes grow.

Logistics and deployment support

• Plan and coordinate shipments of HAUVs, spares, and support equipment for tank tests, sea trials, and client deployments, locally and overseas.

• Manage transfers between Singapore and Johor Bahru, including cross-border transport and customs documentation.

• Manage freight forwarders, couriers, and logistics service providers, including cost and service performance.

• Oversee dangerous goods shipping, especially lithium batteries, in line with IATA DGR and IMDG requirements.

• Track field and loaned equipment, and manage returns, inspection, and refurbishment flow.

Compliance and continuous improvement

• Work with the Buyer (Export Control) to keep all shipments compliant with strategic goods, export, and customs regulations.

• Maintain logistics and inventory records for audits by clients, customs, and internal quality teams.

• Report on inventory accuracy, stock availability, logistics costs, and on-time delivery.

• Improve systems and processes as BeeX scales from low-volume builds to a larger fleet.

Requirements

• Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field.

• 3 – 6 years of experience in inventory, warehouse, or logistics management, including at least 2 years leading a team, preferably in manufacturing, electronics, marine, aerospace, or defence.

• Strong knowledge of inventory control methods, ERP systems (Odoo is a plus), and warehouse processes.

• Experience with international and cross-border logistics, including Singapore–Malaysia shipments and customs processes.

• Working knowledge of dangerous goods shipping, especially lithium batteries.

• Strong organisation, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.

• Data-driven, with strong Excel or Google Sheets skills for reporting.

Good to Have

• Experience supporting project-based or field deployments of heavy or high-value equipment.

• Familiarity with strategic goods and export control requirements.

• IATA DGR certification or dangerous goods training.

• APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM, CSCP, or CLTD) or similar.

• Experience setting up inventory systems in a scaling startup.

Remuneration Package

• Market competitive salary

• Growth opportunities that align with your direct ability in helping the company, rather than an arbitrary corporate ladder

• ESOP / equity participation

• Healthcare support

• Special access to industry events

• Well-stocked pantry with nice snacks

• Support for skills upgrading / learning credits