Logistics and Inventory Planner
HireArt
Operations
Hayward, CA, USA
USD 56.29-56.29 / hour
Posted on Mar 26, 2026
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Logistics and Inventory Planner
An Autonomous Mobility Company
Full time
Location
Hayward, CA, United States
Work environment
In-person
Expected pay amount
56.29 USD Per Hour
Schedule
Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm
Assignment length
Contract
Job description
HireArt is helping our client find a Logistics and Inventory Planner to coordinate and optimize supply chain operations, ensuring the efficient, timely, and cost-effective flow of materials.
In this role, you’ll manage inventory levels, support purchasing and logistics activities, and collaborate cross-functionally to prevent disruptions and maintain continuity across manufacturing and service operations.
The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment. You bring strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving supply chain challenges.
As a Logistics and Inventory Planner, you'll:
As a Logistics and Inventory Planner, you'll:
- Determine material requirements and generate purchase orders aligned with production schedules.
- Partner with suppliers, logistics providers, and internal teams to ensure consistent material availability.
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while identifying and mitigating delivery risks.
- Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring accurate and compliant documentation.
- Optimize transportation methods and routing to balance cost efficiency with delivery timelines.
- Maintain and update material planning and logistics master data to ensure system accuracy and visibility.
- Proactively identify and resolve material shortages and out-of-stock risks.
- Analyze supply chain variances, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
- Monitor inventory health and manage risks related to excess or obsolete inventory.
- Collaborate with Finance and Operations to support supplier payments, production goals, and cost control initiatives.
- Travel up to 25%, including occasional international travel, as needed.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in inventory management, logistics, or supply chain planning
- Experience with purchasing, inventory control, and supplier coordination
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to identify process inefficiencies and implement improvements
- General understanding of freight forwarding and international logistics
- Experience working with ERP, TMS, or MRP systems
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment
- Willingness to travel up to 25%
- A bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field is preferred
Bonus Qualifications:
- Experience with SAP S/4HANA
- Background in demand planning or forecasting
- Experience working with third-party logistics (3PL) providers
- Vendor and supplier negotiation experience
- Knowledge of customs, brokerage, and export compliance
- APICS CPIM certification
Benefits:
- Pre-tax commuter benefits
- Employer (HireArt) Subsidized healthcare benefits (eligibility begins on the first of the month following 60 days of service)
- Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costs
- HireArt covers all costs for short and long-term disability and life insurance
- 401k package
Commitment: This is a full-time, ongoing contract position staffed via HireArt. It will be onsite and available to candidates who are local to the Hayward, CA area.
HireArt values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor visas or employ corp-to-corp.
Job description
HireArt is helping our client find a Logistics and Inventory Planner to coordinate and optimize supply chain operations, ensuring the efficient, timely, and cost-effective flow of materials.
In this role, you’ll manage inventory levels, support purchasing and logistics activities, and collaborate cross-functionally to prevent disruptions and maintain continuity across manufacturing and service operations.
The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment. You bring strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving supply chain challenges.
As a Logistics and Inventory Planner, you'll:
As a Logistics and Inventory Planner, you'll:
- Determine material requirements and generate purchase orders aligned with production schedules.
- Partner with suppliers, logistics providers, and internal teams to ensure consistent material availability.
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while identifying and mitigating delivery risks.
- Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring accurate and compliant documentation.
- Optimize transportation methods and routing to balance cost efficiency with delivery timelines.
- Maintain and update material planning and logistics master data to ensure system accuracy and visibility.
- Proactively identify and resolve material shortages and out-of-stock risks.
- Analyze supply chain variances, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
- Monitor inventory health and manage risks related to excess or obsolete inventory.
- Collaborate with Finance and Operations to support supplier payments, production goals, and cost control initiatives.
- Travel up to 25%, including occasional international travel, as needed.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in inventory management, logistics, or supply chain planning
- Experience with purchasing, inventory control, and supplier coordination
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to identify process inefficiencies and implement improvements
- General understanding of freight forwarding and international logistics
- Experience working with ERP, TMS, or MRP systems
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment
- Willingness to travel up to 25%
- A bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field is preferred
Bonus Qualifications:
- Experience with SAP S/4HANA
- Background in demand planning or forecasting
- Experience working with third-party logistics (3PL) providers
- Vendor and supplier negotiation experience
- Knowledge of customs, brokerage, and export compliance
- APICS CPIM certification
Benefits:
- Pre-tax commuter benefits
- Employer (HireArt) Subsidized healthcare benefits (eligibility begins on the first of the month following 60 days of service)
- Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costs
- HireArt covers all costs for short and long-term disability and life insurance
- 401k package
Commitment: This is a full-time, ongoing contract position staffed via HireArt. It will be onsite and available to candidates who are local to the Hayward, CA area.
HireArt values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor visas or employ corp-to-corp.