Inventory/Production Planner V

Aston Carter; Stockton (CA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking an Inventory/Production Planner V to drive supply inventory management and ERP initiatives. This remote role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and requires travel approximately 90% of the time. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills and project management experience, particularly in supply management modules.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 3 years of supply management experience.
• 1 year of project management experience focused on ERP implementations.
• Experience managing projects in a fast-paced agile environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and execution of standardized Supply Management processes.
• Collaborate with IT and lab staff to resolve issues.
• Support program management office in achieving key milestones.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Project management

Collaboration

Education

Associates Degree or equivalent

Tools

SmartSheet

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Job Description

This position is responsible for driving the supply inventory management system and ERP implementation project initiatives. The primary goals focus on delivering tailored solutions that meet and exceed client expectations through physical and virtual implementation processes. The role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams and technical experts to achieve successful deployment and adoption of technology and processes. Data analytics experience is a plus, as program success entails implementing an easy-to-use technology-based supply inventory management system to scan, count, inventory, order, receive, and track hospital lab supplies. The position collaborates within the company at multiple levels to understand and meet stakeholder expectations, leveraging data to measure, analyze, and deliver implementation results. This position is remote and requires travel approximately 90% of the time.

Job Description

This position is responsible for driving the supply inventory management system and ERP implementation project initiatives. The primary goals focus on delivering tailored solutions that meet and exceed client expectations through physical and virtual implementation processes. The role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams and technical experts to achieve successful deployment and adoption of technology and processes. Data analytics experience is a plus, as program success entails implementing an easy-to-use technology-based supply inventory management system to scan, count, inventory, order, receive, and track hospital lab supplies. The position collaborates within the company at multiple levels to understand and meet stakeholder expectations, leveraging data to measure, analyze, and deliver implementation results. This position is remote and requires travel approximately 90% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of standardized Supply Management processes across Procurement, Planning, Inventory Management, and related functions.
• Collaborate with IT, lab staff, and implementation teams to resolve issues and ensure smooth adoption of new processes across North America.
• Partner with key hospital laboratory stakeholders to understand and document supply management requirements, aligning lab operational needs with the AWS/LCA platform.
• Influence process improvements, tools, and operating models to enhance efficiency.
• Act as a key member of the SM implementation team, contributing to SM requirements and driving implementation focused on people, processes, and technology alignment.
• Understand supply management processes within lab operations and PeopleSoft/Oracle.
• Be familiar with key integration points, system configurations, data migrations/insertion/extractions, and master data management within SM modules.
• Willing to be hands-on with LCA/Client data and processes to develop a complete understanding of business operations and optimization through the platform.
• Collaborate closely with the Change Management team to champion new processes and support employee adoption across supply chain functions.
• Support the program management office in achieving key milestones and goals for implementation. Oversee all aspects of the ERP implementation lifecycle, including site requirements gathering, customization, testing, cutover, and deployment.
• Work with cross-functional teams to align on process redesign, standardization, and system adoption.
• Lead and attend business process discussions, ensuring decision-making processes align with program objectives and are well-documented.
• Evolve into an SME role to support supply chain system users with training, troubleshooting, system design, process enhancements, and improvements.
• Create, maintain, and monitor site implementation plans, schedules, and deliverables, reporting task status as on track, behind, ahead, etc., when requested.
• Assist in preparing for SM Steering Committee Meetings.
• Document and follow up on key actions and decisions from meetings.
• Prepare presentation materials for meetings.
• Ensure adherence to project frameworks, maintaining proper documentation.
• Provide support for all other job duties as assigned or needed.
  
  

Essential Skills

• 3 years of supply management experience varying in scope and responsibility.
• 1 year of project management experience with a focus on ERP implementations, specifically in Supply Management modules like Procurement, Planning, Inventory Management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of lab operations workflows.
• Experience managing projects in a fast-paced agile environment.
• Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with SmartSheet or other project management tools.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects while meeting aggressive deadlines.
• Associates Degree or equivalent.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of supply management processes within lab operations and PeopleSoft/Oracle.
• Familiarity with key integration points, system configurations, data migrations, insertions/extractions, and master data management within SM modules.
  
  

Work Environment

This position is remote and requires travel approximately 90% of the time to various hospital laboratory site locations. It involves physical movement, standing for hours at a time, and repeatedly lifting 30-40 lbs of supply materials while at a lab site. The role requires the successful setup and bringing 1 site/week online and ready for normal operations.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 27, 2025.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

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  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care, Non-profit Organizations, and Government Administration

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