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Job Title: Inventory Planner III

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Inventory Planner III for a dynamic role in Kirkland. This position operates on a second shift schedule from 5 PM to 3:30 AM PST, with flexible options including Front Half Sun-Wed, Back Half Wed-Sat, or Doughnut shift Mon-Tue, Thur-Fri. The ideal candidate will have a strong execution of data and processes and must be able to operate from a company-wide perspective, encouraging cross-functional and cross-business project development.

Responsibilities

+ Assist in ensuring data accuracy so that all tools and processes function as expected.

+ Manage inbound shipments, including purchase order tracking, maintenance of fill rates, operational issues, and vendor communications.

+ Analyze inventory position and SKU performance to determine inventory needs.

+ Execute a variety of purchase order in-stock and vendor-related systems and reports.

Essential Skills

+ At least 1 year of relevant experience as an Associate Planner or Associate Buyer.

+ Proficiency in business software such as Excel.

+ Strong organizational skills and a self-starting attitude.

+ Flexibility and good written and oral communication skills.

+ Team-oriented with the ability to meet tight deadlines while managing multiple projects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience in inventory management, SAP, ERP systems.

+ Knowledge of production and logistics processes.

+ Experience in warehouse operations, including pulling orders.

Work Environment

The work environment is a Distribution Center located in Kirkland, offering a collaborative and fast-paced atmosphere. The role requires adherence to export control laws, hence candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Why Work Here?

Join a company that values cross-functional collaboration and provides opportunities for project development across various business sectors. Embrace a role that offers flexibility in scheduling and encourages professional growth within a supportive team-oriented environment.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.05 - $26.50/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 onsite position in Issaquah,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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