Deployment Operations Specialist (VMI and Subcontractors)
Manage Vendor Managed Inventory and subcontractor inventory processes to support Base's rapid battery deployment growth.
Posted by employer 4 months ago
First seen on Joblaze 3 months ago
Last verified on the company career page 20 hours ago
Requirements
- Experience
- 2–5 years
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, visa sponsorship.
Joblaze summary
The Deployment Operations Specialist at Base Power Company is responsible for managing Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs and subcontractor inventory to ensure field teams have the necessary materials for battery deployments. This role requires expertise in supply chain operations and the ability to build and standardize processes that integrate with internal systems. Ideal candidates will have 2-5 years of relevant experience and a strong organizational mindset, particularly those familiar with field operations in construction or utilities. The position is critical for scaling Base's operations as it transitions to a larger deployment footprint.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about 3 months ago — first seen on Joblaze July 27, 2026. Last confirmed on Base Power Company's careers page November 10, 2026.
Quick facts
- Is the Deployment Operations Specialist (VMI and Subcontractors) role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Austin, TX.
- How much experience is required?
- 2–5 years of relevant experience for this Deployment Operations Specialist (VMI and Subcontractors) role.
- Where is the role based?
- Base Power Company is hiring for this position in Austin, TX.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Base Power Company targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Deployment Operations Specialist (VMI and Subcontractors) role at Base Power Company.
From the original posting
About the Role
Base is scaling from hundreds to thousands—and soon hundreds of thousands—of battery deployments across the country. As our footprint grows, so does the complexity of the materials ecosystem surrounding each installation. We are seeking an Operations Specialist to own the day-to-day management of Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs, subcontractor consigned inventory, and deployment-specific parts—ensuring every field team has exactly what they need, exactly when they need it.
This role sits at the intersection of supply chain operations, systems thinking, and field enablement. You will be accountable for building programs from scratch, standardizing workflows, and integrating them into our in-house systems to enable hands-off scalability.
What You’ll Do
Build systems and documentation to manage consigned inventory for subcontractor electricians, including material ordering, pickup staging, damage/loss reporting, and continuous improvement.
Define accountability processes and audit mechanisms to track and reconcile subcontractor-held inventory.
Coordinate warehouse staging activities for subcontractor material pick-up and return.
Establish, manage, and coordinate stocking and replenishment for all Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs across new and existing metro markets.
Own VMI kickoff for all new market launches in coordination with the warehouse standup team.
Transition VMI and subcontractor inventory processes from hands-on coordination to standardized, automated workflows.
Define and document requirements for integration with internal systems to support long-term scalability.
What You’ll Bring
2–5 years of experience in supply chain operations, industrial engineering, inventory management, or a closely related field.
Demonstrated ability to build and manage VMI or consignment programs from scratch.
Strong organizational skills with a bias toward documentation, process clarity, and follow-through.
Experience working in or alongside field operations teams (e.g., construction, utilities, installation services).
Comfort with ERP or WMS platforms; able to translate operational needs into system requirements.
Analytical mindset—comfortable pulling data, identifying trends, and driving decisions from insights.
Ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously in a fast-moving, ambiguous environment.
About the Team
The Deployments Warehousing & Logistics team is responsible for the physical infrastructure that makes Base installs possible—managing warehouse locations, orchestrating inter-warehouse transfers, running final-mile logistics, and ensuring inventory accuracy across our internal systems. We solve the difficult, high impact problems that determine whether crews show up to job sites ready to work. Joining this team means owning processes that directly impact Base’s ability to scale and deliver on its mission.
Our Values
First Principles Thinking: Question assumptions. Principles > rules.
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