Inventory Planner II

About the role

The Inventory Planner is responsible for managing raw material and finished goods inventory within the manufacturing and warehouse facility. This role supports production schedules and customer demand while maintaining accurate inventory levels.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze inventory levels, turn rates, and on-hand quantities to prevent stockouts and overstock situations.
• Conduct regular cycle counts and physical inventories to ensure accuracy between system records and physical stock.
• Ensure inventory is managed according to LIFO/FIFO requirements.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies in inventory counts and records.
• Research shipping errors for root cause and RMA process control.
• Synchronize inventory records across business systems.
• Identify and communicate obsolete, outdated, or slow-moving inventory and drive to disposition.
• Collaborate with quality regarding red tag or off-spec material to ensure adequate segregation and disposition.
• Provide regular reports and updates on inventory status and key performance indicators (KPIs) to management.
• Identify opportunities to improve inventory management processes, reduce costs, and increase efficiency.
• Analyze historical data to optimize safety stock levels.
• Participate in cross-functional projects aimed at enhancing supply chain performance.
• Manage and dispose of obsolete or slow-moving inventory.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Associate’s Degree in Supply Chain or adjacent field preferred
• 3+ years of experience in a supply chain, inventory planning, or a similar role, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Health insurance options including medical, dental, and vision for you and your family
• Family-Building benefits supporting fertility and parenthood
• Roth and pre-tax contributions to a 401K plan with an employer match
• Professional growth and development opportunities through internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program
• Wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence
• Opportunities for connecting with colleagues through Employee Resource Groups focused on education and allyship

Pay

Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and/or qualifications. Base Salary Range: $64,000-$88,000

Schedule

Stationary Position - Occasionally Move/Traverse - Occasionally Stationary Position/Seated - Occasionally Transport/Lifting - Occasionally Transport/Carrying - Occasionally Exerting Force/Pushing - Occasionally Ascend/Descend - Occasionally Position Self/Stooping - Occasionally Position Self/Kneeling - Occasionally Position Self/Crouching - Occasionally Position Self/Crawling - Occasionally Reaching - Occasionally Handling - Occasionally Grasping - Occasionally Feeling - Rarely Communicate/Talking - Occasionally Communicate/Hearing - Frequently Repetitive Motions - Frequently Coordination - Frequently Working Conditions Extreme cold - Occasionally Extreme heat - Occasionally Humid - Occasionally Wet - Occasionally Noise - Occasionally Hazards - Occasionally Temperature Change - Occasionally Travel Requirements: 5% May require occasional travel in connection to job duties as it relates to conferences, site visits, professional development or learning opportunities, etc. in which advance notice of travel expectations/events will be provided.