Manager, Inventory Control and Fulfillment

Planet; Berlin; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Paid time off

Employee Wellness Program

Home Office Reimbursement

Monthly Phone and Internet Reimburse-

Tuition Reimbursement and LinkedIn/Lel

Equity

Zusammenfassung

Planet in Berlin, Germany, seeks an experienced Inventory Control and Fulfillment Manager to own end-to-end material integrity, fulfillment, and system optimization across satellite programs. You will bridge Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, and Global Supply Management, ensuring accurate inventory data and seamless operations in a fast-paced, EO-driven environment.

You will lead cycle counts, manage stock across locations, and collaborate with production to resolve shortages, while driving

Qualifikationen

• 4–6 years of relevant work experience and 2–4 years of supervisory leadership.
• Proven experience in warehouse layout planning and space optimization.
• Deep understanding of inventory control principles, warehouse systems, and ERP software.
• Experience linking Jira, Coupa, and other engineering management tools.
• Advanced Excel/Google Sheets skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) for large inventory ledgers.
• Knowledge of inventory cost accounting (Average Cost) and SOX controls.
• Experience leading a warehouse/inventory team.

Aufgaben

• Oversee inbound and outbound shipping teams to ensure timely deliveries and PO matching.
• Manage relationships with freight forwarders to optimize costs and transit times.
• Maintain optimal stock levels and transfer stock across locations.
• Update Netsuite in real-time to ensure data integrity.
• Release inventory for open work orders based on production schedules.
• Reconcile raw materials used against finished goods and BOM costing.
• Collaborate with production to resolve material shortages.
• Segregate failed components and adjust scrap out of Netsuite.
• Lead the system-driven Cycle Count program with daily audits.
• Investigate variances and report monthly inventory accuracy metrics.

Kenntnisse

Warehouse leadership

Warehouse layout

Inventory control

ERP systems

Jira

Coupa

Netsuite

Excel/Google Sheets

Tools

Jira

Coupa

Netsuite

Jobbeschreibung

Manager, Inventory Control and Fulfillment

Berlin, Germany

About the Role

The Inventory Manager at Planet will lead end‑to‑end material integrity, fulfillment, and control system optimization across all satellite programs. Serving as a bridge between Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, and Global Supply Management, this role owns the physical and systemic truth of our flight hardware asset base. The ideal candidate is an analytical problem‑solver who can bridge the gap between physical warehouse operations and digital inventory management systems to ensure seamless business continuity.

Impact You’ll Own

• Oversee the inbound and outbound shipping teams to ensure timely and accurate deliveries while verifying that incoming shipments match purchase orders and conform to quality standards.
• Manage relationships with freight forwarders, carriers, and couriers to optimize shipping costs and transit times.
• Maintain optimal stock levels to prevent shortages and oversee the systemic transfer of stock across multiple locations or bins.
• Update the inventory management system (Netsuite) in real‑time to ensure data integrity.
• Review, allocate, and release inventory for open work orders based on production or assembly schedules.
• Reconcile raw materials used against finished goods produced to ensure accurate BOM (Bill of Materials) costing.
• Collaborate with production teams to resolve material shortages or discrepancies.
• Segregate failed flight components physically, ensuring scrap material or Use‑As‑Is items are systematically adjusted out of Netsuite.
• Spearhead the system‑driven Cycle Count program, implementing daily cadence audits across class distinctions.
• Investigate and root‑cause any variances found during counts, implementing corrective actions and reporting monthly inventory accuracy metrics to leadership.

What You Bring

• 4–6 years of relevant work experience and 2–4 years of supervisory/leadership experience.
• Proven experience in warehouse layout planning, space optimization, and process improvement.
• In‑depth understanding of inventory control principles, warehouse systems, and ERP software.
• Experience linking manufacturing‑specific tracking platforms (Jira, Coupa, specialized engineering management tools).
• Advanced Excel/Google Sheets capabilities (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, data normalization) to analyze multi‑thousand‑line inventory ledgers.
• Basic comprehension of inventory cost accounting (Average Cost valuations), SOX controls, and material compliance tracking.
• Proven experience managing or leading a team of warehouse/inventory clerks.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Data‑Detective Mindset: You don't just patch count variances with quick adjustments; you actively dig into transaction histories, work order routings, and BOM logs to fix the root cause.
• You have managed high‑value, highly serialized, sensitive components (like PCBs, flight‑grade optics, or specialized harness assemblies) where losing a single item can halt a multi‑million dollar satellite build.
• You thrive amidst rapid engineering changes (ECOs) and NPI environments, maintaining tight material control without becoming a bottleneck for development teams.
• Audit‑Tested Compliance: You have successfully navigated stringent SOX or financial audits and deeply understand how clean digital trails and physical material segregation impact company revenue recognition.
• Functional knowledge of ERP and WMS systems (Netsuite a plus).

Application Deadline

October 6, 2026 at 11:59p PT

Export Control Requirements

Planet Labs Germany GmbH is authorized to receive U.S. export‑controlled information under an export license issued by the Bureau of Industry and Security. This position requires access to export‑controlled information, and employment is contingent upon the candidate’s ability to access all applicable export‑controlled information without additional export licensing.

Benefits While Working at Planet

• Paid time off including vacation, holidays and company‑wide days off
• Employee Wellness Program
• Home Office Reimbursement
• Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
• Equity

Accommodations

Planet is an inclusive community and we know that everyone has their own needs. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during the hiring process, please reach out to [e-mail] or contact your recruiter with your request. Your message will be confidential and we will be happy to assist you.

EEO Statement

Planet is committed to building a community where everyone belongs and we invite people from all backgrounds to apply. Planet is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Know Your Rights.