Manager, Inventory Control and Fulfillment

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 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.