Inventory Manager

The Boring Company was founded to solve the problem of soul-destroying traffic by creating an underground network of tunnels. Today, we are creating the technology to increase tunneling speed and decrease costs by a factor of 10 or more, enabling rapid transit across densely populated regions.
We're looking for an Inventory Manager to own inventory end-to-end for the Dubai project — starting hands-on as the founding member of the function and building out the team and warehouse operation as the project scales. Scope covers everything we need to tunnel: TBM spares and components, precast plant raw materials, construction consumables, and site equipment, including the international logistics and UAE customs coordination that gets it all here.
ResponsibilitiesStand up and run the inventory function for the Dubai project: warehouse layout, storage, slotting, labeling, and best-practice execution from day oneOversee day-to-day receiving, storage, and issuance of equipment and materials across the TBM site, precast plant, and warehouseEstablish and audit critical spares kits for the TBM to protect tunneling uptimeMaintain accurate inventory records on demand; identify discrepancies, investigate root causes, and drive corrections and process improvements for high inventory accuracyPerform cycle counts, variance reconciliation, and correction transactionsProactively monitor stock levels and reorder points on critical and regular-use materials, and alert the team before low counts impact operationsCoordinate inbound international shipments, including UAE customs clearance, import documentation, and freight forwarders, for TBM components and project materialsWork with purchasing and vendors on delivery scheduling, receiving inspection, and resolution of shortages or damaged goodsImplement and administer inventory management systems and train the team on their useHire, train, and lead inventory and warehouse staff as the function growsEnsure warehouse and material handling operations comply with UAE regulations and project safety standardsQualifications3+ years of inventory control, warehouse, or materials management experience in construction, heavy industry, manufacturing, or oil & gasHands-on knowledge of inventory systems (SAP, MOS/MES, or equivalent) and strong proficiency with scanners, data tools, and spreadsheetsProven experience with cycle counting, root-cause analysis of discrepancies, and inventory accuracy programsComfortable in a hands-on, field-adjacent role — this is not a desk-only positionCurrently based in the UAE or GCC region, or eligible to work in the UAEExperience with UAE customs processes and import/export documentation strongly preferredExperience supporting tunneling, mining, or major Gulf infrastructure projects a plusPrior experience building or scaling an inventory/warehouse function a plusAdditional RequirementsThe position may require extended hours and weekend workThis role is on site / in person in Dubai, UAECultureWe're a team of dedicated, smart, and scrappy people. Our employees are passionate about our mission and determined to innovate at every opportunity. Joining the Dubai team at this stage means helping set the standard for how we build in the region.
BenefitsWe offer a competitive compensation and benefits package for the Dubai project.
The Boring Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with The Boring Company is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.