Inventory Planner III

Job Title: Inventory Planner IIIJob Description

The Inventory Planner III supports a dynamic low Earth orbit satellite broadband operation by ensuring materials are available, accurately tracked, and efficiently moved to meet production schedules. This role combines hands-on warehouse activities with system-based inventory planning, using SAP ERP and other tools to maintain smooth production flow and resolve material issues. The position works a day shift schedule from Wednesday through Saturday, helping deliver fast, reliable internet connectivity to a wide range of global customers.

Responsibilities

• Physically move, stage, and expedite materials to support production and meet work order completion schedules.
• Verify that all materials are correctly packaged, bagged, and tagged before handoff to the production floor.
• Use proprietary software and SAP ERP systems to execute and document warehouse tasks and part movements.
• Complete virtual transactions in ERP and related systems to maintain accurate inventory records and material traceability.
• Document system issues, process flaws, and operational inefficiencies to support continuous improvement.
• Communicate proactively with quality control, purchasing, and other related departments to resolve material and process problems.
• Operate material-handling equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, electric pallet jacks, cherry pickers, and hand carts in a safe and compliant manner.
• Support inventory control activities by ensuring materials are stored, labeled, and tracked according to established procedures.
• Use Microsoft Excel and other MS Office tools to manipulate and analyze data related to inventory, materials, and production needs.
• Balance technical system work with physical warehouse tasks to bridge the gap between planning and execution.
• Follow all safety guidelines and standard operating procedures while performing warehouse and production support activities.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in supply chain, inventory management, or project management, or a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Hands-on experience with SAP ERP for inventory, materials, or warehouse-related tasks.
• Experience with MS Office Professional Suite, including Microsoft Excel, to manipulate and analyze data.
• Ability to lift up to 49 pounds, and to frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 8 hours during the shift.
• Capability to operate material-handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, electric pallet jacks, cherry pickers, and hand carts.
• Strong communication skills to work effectively with quality control, purchasing, and other cross-functional teams.
• Attention to detail in verifying packaging, tagging, and documentation of materials.
• Comfort working in a role that combines technical system work with physical warehouse activities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in supply chain, operations, warehousing, inventory control, or closely related functions.
• 2+ years of experience using Microsoft Excel, with the ability to navigate spreadsheets and interpret data.
• Experience documenting process issues and contributing to process improvements.
• Familiarity with production environments that support high-technology products or complex assemblies.
• Ability to adapt to evolving systems and proprietary software used for inventory and warehouse management.

Work Environment

This is an onsite role based in Kirkland, WA, working a day shift schedule from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Wednesday through Saturday. The position is primarily in a warehouse and production support environment, involving regular standing, walking, lifting, and operation of material-handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, electric pallet jacks, cherry pickers, and hand carts. Work is performed around active production areas that support a satellite broadband network, with a focus on safety, accuracy, and collaboration with quality control, purchasing, and other operational teams. Attire is typical for an industrial and warehouse setting, emphasizing safety and practicality appropriate for operating equipment and handling materials.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Kirkland, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $27.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 onsite position in Kirkland,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 2026.

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® Platinum Award 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 [email protected] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.