Inventory Analyst

Planetlabs; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet in San Francisco is seeking an experienced Inventory Analyst to drive stock accuracy, lead cycle counts, and optimize inventory workflows across our operations. The role bridges supply chain, quality, and engineering to ensure accurate reporting for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.

This full-time, in-office position requires hands-on analysis, data-driven decision making, and the ability to work across teams to maintain audit-ready data in NetSuite/Oracle environments.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in inventory control, cycle counting, or stockroom analysis.
• Strong analytical and independent problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and ERP/WMS data integrity.

Responsibilities

• Plan, run, and optimize daily/weekly cycle count programs with ABC categorization.
• Lead physical inventory reconciliations for internal control reviews and audits.
• Oversee MRB process with Quality, Engineering, and Purchasing to disposition non-conforming stock.
• Design and optimize bin, shelf, and rack locations to improve stockroom efficiency and 5S compliance.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies by reviewing ERP/WMS histories to find root causes.
• Monitor stock levels across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods to prevent shortages and overages.
• Provide guidance to adjacent teams on kitting workflows and logistics during high-demand production.

Skills

Inventory control

Cycle counting

Analytical skills

Independent work

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Oracle

WMS tools

Job description

Welcome to Planet. We believe in using space to help life on Earth.

Planet designs, builds, and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history. This constellation delivers an unprecedented dataset of empirical information via a revolutionary cloud-based platform to authoritative figures in commercial, environmental, and humanitarian sectors. We are both a space company and data company all rolled into one.

Customers and users across the globe use Planet's data to develop new technologies, drive revenue, power research, and solve our world's toughest obstacles.

As we control every component of hardware design, manufacturing, data processing, and software engineering, our office is a truly inspiring mix of experts from a variety of domains.

We have a people-centric approach toward culture and community and we strive to iterate in a way that puts our team members first and prepares our company for growth. Join Planet and be a part of our mission to change the way people see the world.

Planet is a global company with employees working remotely world wide and joining us from offices in San Francisco, Washington DC, Germany, Austria, Slovenia, and The Netherlands.

About the Role:

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 / 23:4