Inventory Analyst
About The Position
Planet is seeking an experienced, analytical Inventory Analyst to improve physical stock accuracy, lead cycle count programs, and optimize inventory workflows. Working with minimal guidance, the analyst will evaluate complex inventory variances, improve stockroom procedures, and interpret ERP data. The position connects supply chain, quality, and engineering to support accurate reporting and material control across raw materials, work in progress (WIP), and finished goods. This is a full-time, in-office position based in Planet’s San Francisco office, five days per week. The role requires access to export-controlled information, and employment is contingent on the candidate being able to access applicable information without additional export licensing.
Requirements
- At least 4 years of relevant inventory control, cycle counting, or stockroom analysis experience; a bachelor’s degree is preferred or equivalent career experience is accepted.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and apply sound judgment and analytical skills to resolve complex, varied inventory issues.
- Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and email communication.
- Proficiency with ERP systems such as NetSuite or Oracle and WMS tools, including a track record of maintaining complete, audit-ready data integrity.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, safely operate ladders or reach trucks, and remain on one’s feet for extended periods in a dynamic environment.
- Attention to detail, basic numerical literacy, and organizational discipline.
- Willingness to support flexible schedules, non-standard shifts, overtime, or weekends as production needs dictate.
- Experience managing raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
- Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to access applicable export-controlled information without requiring additional export licensing.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced hands-on experience with complex inventory transactions, reporting, and reconciliations in NetSuite ERP.
- Component-level familiarity with high-mix PCBA inventory, including resistors, capacitors, ICs, connectors, and hardware revisions.
- Direct experience preparing datasets for and hosting external financial inventory auditors.
- Experience in high-reliability manufacturing environments governed by flight hardware standards, lot/serial traceability, ESD/FOD prevention, and 5S frameworks.
- Experience refining inventory control procedures and adapting standard frameworks to improve operational workflows.
- Bachelor’s degree.
Responsibilities
- Plan, execute, and refine daily and weekly cycle count programs according to ABC categories.
- Analyze inventory variance trends, identify root causes, and adapt counting strategies.
- Lead physical inventory reconciliation for internal control reviews and external compliance audits.
- Evaluate conflicting data and establish audit trails in ERP/WMS systems.
- Oversee the end-to-end material review board (MRB) process.
- Partner with Quality, Engineering, and Purchasing to analyze non-conforming stock, establish root causes, and execute dispositions for scrap, rework, or obsolete revision parts.
- Design and refine bin, shelf, and rack locations to improve stockroom efficiency, velocity, and 5S compliance.
- Research complex inventory discrepancies, review system transaction histories, and devise solutions when standard guidelines do not fully apply.
- Monitor raw material, WIP, and finished-goods inventory to identify anomalies, prevent shortages, minimize overages, and maintain appropriate stock levels.
- Provide technical guidance to adjacent teams and support kitting workflows and ad-hoc logistics operations as production needs require.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution.
- Paid time off in addition to holidays and company-wide days off.
- 16 weeks of paid parental leave.
- Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Home office reimbursement.
- Monthly phone and internet reimbursement.
- Tuition reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning.
- Equity.
- Commuter benefits for employees local to an office.
- Paid time off for volunteering.
- Potential eligibility for discretionary short-term and long-term incentives, including bonus and equity.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
