Inventory Control Analyst
Carbon Robotics
The Carbon Robotics LaserWeeder™ leverages advanced robotics, computer vision, AI/deep learning, and lasers to eliminate weeds with sub-millimeter accuracy—all without herbicides. This innovative solution reduces environmental impact, promotes soil health, and helps farmers address labor shortages and rising costs. Designed in Seattle and built at our cutting-edge manufacturing facility in Richland, Washington, the LaserWeeder is setting a new standard for automated weed control. With $157 million in funding from prominent investors such as BOND, NVentures (NVIDIA’s venture arm), Anthos Capital, Fuse Venture Capital, Ignition Partners, Revolution, Sozo Ventures, and Voyager Capital, Carbon Robotics is driving innovation.
As a no-nonsense team with a bias for action, we take pride in executing our ideas. Whether it’s designing transformative technology or visiting farms to ensure our products are reliable and safe, we do whatever it takes to deliver for our customers.
Working here means tackling big problems with big impact. You’ll find opportunities to grow professionally, solve complex challenges, and make meaningful contributions to a mission that matters. At Carbon Robotics, we trust our team to act independently and make practical, real-world decisions.
Join us as we innovate, execute, and build the future of farming together.
Job Title: Inventory Control Analyst
Department: Supply Chain
Location: Richland, WA
Position Overview:
The Inventory Control Analyst is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and availability of inventory data for our Carbon Robotics’ facility in Richland, WA. This role monitors inventory transactions, investigates variances, develops reporting, and partners closely with manufacturing, purchasing, finance, and planning teams to maintain inventory accuracy, reduce shrinkage, and support efficient production planning.
Key Responsibilities:
- Inventory Accuracy & Transactions
- Monitor and reconcile daily inventory movements (receipts, transfers, consumption, returns).
- Assist with daily transactions related to work orders, inventory adjustments, bin transfers, cycle counts, and reconciliation efforts
- Ensure proper documentation and audit trail of adjustments in ERP.
- Cycle Counting & Physical Inventory
- Support physical inventory and cycle count program including scheduling, execution, and variance analysis.
- Lead root-cause investigations for discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
- Investigate and resolve cycle count and physical inventory discrepancies.
- Data & Systems Management
- Help to maintain item master data integrity within ERP/PLM (part numbers, units of measure, stocking policies, lead times).
- Generate reports and dashboards on inventory performance metrics, including turns, days on hand, and fill rates.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Purchasing to track inbound receipts and reconcile supplier issues.
- Work with Production Control and Warehouse teams to ensure BOM consumption and WIP reporting is accurate.
- Provide Finance with data for month-end close, reconciliations, and audit support.
- Coordinate with manufacturing and warehouse teams to track inventory accuracy, bin locations, and stock transfers.
- Working with the planning team to identify excess, obsolete, and slow-moving items (E&O), and recommend disposition strategies.
- Continuous Improvement
- Identify and implement process improvements to increase accuracy and reduce manual work.
- Support development of inventory control SOPs and training of warehouse staff.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance inventory accuracy, reduce waste, and streamline stock handling processes.
- Contribute to ongoing projects such as ERP/MRP optimization and warehouse layout improvements
Requirements:
- 5+ years of experience in inventory planning, materials management, or a similar role.
- Strong understanding of inventory control, warehouse operations, and supply chain principles.
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., NetSuite preferred).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills across cross-functional teams.
- This position requires occasional lifting and carrying of materials weighing up to 50 pounds. Candidates should be comfortable squatting and bending while performing these tasks.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP) is a plus.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.).
Working Conditions:
- Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM.
- Office and production floor environment.
- May require occasional overtime or weekend work based on production needs.
Carbon Robotics follows equitable hiring practices. Flexibility in our hiring process allows hiring of talent at levels different from what are posted. The compensation range outlined is based on a target budgeted base salary. Individual base pay depends on various factors such as relevant experience and skill, Interview assessments and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements. Offers are determined using our equitable hiring practices. Carbon Robotics offers additional compensation in the form of benefits premiums, pre-IPO stock options and On Target Earning commissions for appropriate positions. Base pay ranges are reviewed each year. We are committed to the principle of pay equity – paying employees equitably for similar work.
Offers are dependent on someone experience and may be outside of the published range when appropriate. If your skills are above the posted range... Apply! We want to hear from you!
Why would you join Carbon Robotics?
Passion for building teams capable of solving uniquely interesting problems. Innovation while disrupting the market is what we do. Profiled in WSJ and Forbes, Carbon Robotics is poised to become the next billion dollar company in the rapidly growing worldwide Ag-Tech industry.
We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full time US based* employees, including:
- Competitive salaries
- Pre-IPO Stock Options
- Generous Benefits:
- Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you and all dependents
- Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSA
- Virtual Care - Doctor on Demand
- Employee Assistance Program
- Mental Health HRA
- Restricted Healthcare Travel support
- Menopause Support
- Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability
- Flexible PTO
- 401(k) plan
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you and all dependents
- Work Culture: Be a part of an inclusive and tight-knit company culture that values innovation and mission-driven success.
*Internationally based employees benefits varies & Contractors are not eligible for Carbon Robotics Benefits or Stock
Carbon Robotics is building a culture of diversity and inclusion for all. We welcome everyone’s voice and believe in open and transparent communication. We believe the best products, services, and companies are built by strong teams that include a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, ideas, and experiences. We are committed to supporting and enabling growth and opportunity for every employee at every level. This is the foundation to which we will build a truly unique environment.
We are equally committed to equal employment opportunity, and it is foundational to how we recruit and hire our talented team. Employment is determined based upon capabilities and qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identification and expression, marital status, military status or status as an honorably discharge/veteran, pregnancy (including potential pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, and childbearing), sexual orientation, age (40 and over), national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical, mental, or sensory disability , HIV/AIDS or hepatitis C status, genetic information, status as an actual or perceived victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or any other protected class as established by law.
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