Material Planner

Ridealso

Palo Alto, US

Career-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Best suited to mid-level supply chain professionals with hands-on MRP experience, particularly in hardware or electronics manufacturing environments.

Best fit for

Analytical planners comfortable managing consigned inventory across contract manufacturers.
— “manage the planning, procurement, and availability of consigned materials”
NetSuite power users who can optimize MRP parameters and master data.
— “leverage our NetSuite MRP system to ensure the right materials”
Cross-functional collaborators who bridge S&OP, procurement and logistics teams.
— “Collaborate closely with S&OP team on product lifecycle”

Things to consider

Requires reconciling inventory balances across multiple external manufacturing sites.
— “Track and reconcile consigned inventory balances”
Fast-paced environment demands managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
— “Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment”

How to stand out

Quantify past improvements in inventory accuracy or shortage reduction.
— “Drive continuous improvement in planning processes”
Showcase advanced Excel skills beyond basic pivot tables.
— “Strong proficiency in Excel (much more than just pivot tables)”
Highlight specific NetSuite optimizations you've implemented.
— “Hands-on experience with MRP/ERP systems (NetSuite strongly preferred)”

Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · TeamLevel · Mid Level

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

minimize shortages and excess inventory
accurate supply planning
collaborate with cross-functional teams

Typical background

supply_chainoperationsinventory_management

Skills & requirements

Required

Material_planningErp_mrp_systemsInventory_managementAnalytical_skillsProblem_solving

Preferred

Apics_ascm_certificationDemand_planningInventory_reconciliation

Stack & domain

Mrp/erp SystemsNetsuiteExcelAnalyticalProblem-solvingCommunicationApics/ascm Certification (cpim Or Cscp)Supply ChainOperationsInventory Management

About the role

Original posting from Ridealso via Ashby

About ALSO.
We’re ALSO, an electric mobility company originally conceived as a part of Rivian. We’re a passionate team of builders, dreamers, doers and innovators, focused on creating entirely new (not to mention, innovative and delightful) vertically integrated, small EVs designed to meet the global mobility challenges of today and tomorrow. Our mission is to inspire everyone to ride ALSO—replacing many local car, truck and SUV miles with ones on vehicles that are more affordable, more enjoyable and 10-50x more efficient.
ALSO is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Material Planner to manage the planning, procurement, and availability of consigned materials supporting our Contract Manufacturing (CM) partners. This role will leverage our NetSuite MRP system to ensure the right materials are available at the right time, minimizing shortages, excess inventory, and production disruptions.
The ideal candidate has strong experience in material planning, ERP/MRP systems (preferably NetSuite), and external manufacturing environments.
What You Will Do
Own end-to-end planning of consigned materials supplied to Contract Manufacturers.
Utilize NetSuite MRP to:
Generate and manage supply plans
Analyze demand signals and recommend purchase actions
Maintain accurate planning parameters (lead times, safety stock, lot sizes, etc.)
Monitor inventory levels across internal and CM locations to ensure continuity of supply.
Collaborate closely with:
S&OP team on product lifecycle and demand
Contract Manufacturers on build schedules, forecasts, and consumption
Procurement team on purchase orders and supplier performance
Logistics team on material shipments and transfers
Identify and mitigate risks related to shortages, excess, or obsolescence.
Track and reconcile consigned inventory balances and consumption reporting from CMs.
Drive continuous improvement in planning processes, data accuracy, and system utilization.
Support S&OP or demand planning cycles with material readiness insights.
Maintain accurate master data within NetSuite (BOMs, item records, planning attributes).
What You Will Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
3–6+ years of experience in material planning, supply planning, or inventory management
Hands-on experience with MRP/ERP systems (NetSuite strongly preferred)
Experience working with Contract Manufacturers and consigned inventory models
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong proficiency in Excel (much more than just pivot tables)
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in hardware, electronics, or manufacturing environments
APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM or CSCP)
Familiarity with demand planning and S&OP processes
Experience with inventory reconciliation and audit processes
The salary for this position ranges from $125,000 to $145,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.
Perks and Benefits
Robust health coverage. Excellent health, dental and vision insurance covered up to 100% by ALSO with FSA & HSA options.
One Medical membership and dedicated insurance advocates.
Rich fertility and family building benefits with Progyny.
Flexible time off.
401(k) match.
Why ALSO.
We’re passionate about helping the world find a better way to get there—wherever it is you’re headed.
We’re located in the heart of Silicon Valley and have brought together a world-class team from some of the biggest brands in the technology, automotive, cycling, outdoor recreation and retail spaces.
Together we’re working hands-on to imagine, design and build an entirely new solution to a global set of transportation challenges.

Source: Ridealso careers (Ashby)