Job Title: Inventory Planner III Job Description The Inventory Planner III will be responsible for coordinating with individual forecast owners and stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely receipt of all customer forecast inputs. This role involves compiling and providing data to the ODM on a weekly basis, meeting with forecast stakeholders to ensure data is up-to-date, gathering updates as needed, and tracking production actuals against the forecast. The Inventory Planner III will manage the end-to-end processes of inventory management, material readiness, and risk mitigation. This is a great opportunity to gain experience at one of the largest E-commerce supply chain companies in the world. Responsibilities + Coordinate with ODMs to ensure on-hand and on-order materials align with forecasted customer demand. + Manage inventory lead and transit times, utilizing current and historical consumption trends to build and maintain a healthy inventory stock. + Review inventory risks with ODMs and proactively mitigate such risks, including managing single-sourced components and identifying new or difficult components. + Compile feedback from all supply chain PMs on a quarterly basis and provide a summarized report in the form of a scorecard to the ODM on performance and customer service. + Align with the ODM on scores, adjust as needed, and host quarterly business reviews to discuss feedback. + Manage internal metrics and goals, and report utilizing documented processes to manage supply chain activities and resolve ad hoc issues. Essential Skills + Supply Chain Inventory Management and Planning + Minimum 2 years of experience in supply chain and inventory management + Proficiency in planning, inventory control, data entry, and Microsoft Office applications Work Environment This role is fully onsite based in Herndon, VA. The work environment is fully professional, and the position requires coordination with various stakeholders and frequent reporting. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $27.00 • 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 Herndon,VA. Application Deadline This position will be accepting applications until Jan 18, 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. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people 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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.