Inventory Analyst

We are seeking an experienced and analytical Inventory Analyst to drive physical stock accuracy, lead cycle count programs, and optimize inventory workflows across our operations. Operating with minimal guidance, you will apply advanced inventory management principles to evaluate complex variances, refine stockroom procedures, and interpret ERP data. You will serve as a key bridge between supply chain, quality, and engineering, ensuring accurate reporting and seamless material control across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.

This is a full-time, in-office position based in our San Francisco office 5 days per week.

Impact You'll Own:

Plan, execute, and refine scheduled daily and weekly cycle count programs according to ABC categories. Analyze variance trends to identify root causes and adapt counting strategies

Lead physical inventory reconciliation for both internal control reviews and external compliance audits. Evaluate conflicting data and establish audit trails in the ERP/WMS system.

Oversee the end-to-end MRB process. Partner independently with Quality, Engineering, and Purchasing to analyze non-conforming stock, establish root causes, and execute complex dispositions for scrap, rework, or obsolete revision parts.

Design, organize, and refine bin, shelf, and rack locations to maximize stockroom efficiency, velocity, and 5S compliance.

Research complex inventory discrepancies, evaluate system transactional histories, and devise solutions where standard guidelines may not fully apply.

Monitor stock levels across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods to identify anomalies, prevent shortages, minimize overages, and maintain optimum balance.

Provide technical guidance to adjacent teams, supporting kitting workflows and ad-hoc logistics operations during high-demand production phases.

Monitor inventory levels across all inventory to ensure adequate stock levels and minimize shortages and overages

Provide ad-hoc support for kitting activities and minor logistics functions as operational demands require.

What You Bring:

4+ of relevant inventory control, cycle counting, or stockroom analysis experience (Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent career experience).

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, applying strong judgment and analytical skills to resolve complex, varied inventory issues.

Proficient computer skills, including Google Workspace, Microsoft Office and email communication

Proficient in ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, Oracle) and WMS tools, with a proven track record of maintaining complete, audit-ready data integrity

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, operate ladders or reach trucks safely, and work on your 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 dictated by production needs.

Experience in managing raw materials, WIP, and finished goods

Problem solving skills and decision making abilities

What Makes You Stand Out:

Advanced hands-on experience executing complex inventory transactions, reporting, and reconciliations within NetSuite ERP

Deep component-level familiarity with high-mix PCBA inventory (resistors, capacitors, ICs, connectors, and hardware revisions)

Direct experience preparing datasets for and hosting external financial inventory auditors

Experience working within high-reliability manufacturing environments governed by flight hardware standards, lot/serial traceability, ESD/FOD prevention, and 5S frameworks.

Experience refining existing inventory control procedures and adapting standard frameworks to build better operational workflows.

Application Deadline:

11:45p / 23:45 PT on the date stated below. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. This posting may be removed earlier than projected if a suitable pool of applications has been received. For this reason, we recommend applying as soon as you are able to.

EAR/ITAR Requirements:

This position requires access to export-controlled information, and as such, employment (or hiring of a contractor) is contingent upon the candidate’s ability to access all applicable export-controlled information without additional export licensing being required by the Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.

Benefits While Working at Planet:

These offerings are dependent on employment type and geographical location, based upon applicable law or company policy.

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution

Generous 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 (if local to an office)

Volunteering Paid Time Off

Compensation:

The US base salary range for this full-time position at the commencement of employment is listed below. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary short-term and long-term incentives (bonus and equity). The final salary range is determined by job related experience, skills and location. The range displays our typical hiring range for new hire salaries in US locations only. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

San Francisco Salary Range

$34.28—$42.84 USD

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