MRB Inventory Planner New Kirkland, WA

The Kestra team has over 400 years of experience in the external and internal cardiac medical device markets. The company was founded in 2014 by industry leaders inspired by the opportunity to unite modern wearable technologies with proven device therapies. Kestra’s solutions combine high quality and technical performance with a wearable design that provides the greatest regard for patient comfort and dignity. Innovating versatile new ways to deliver care, Kestra is helping patients and their care teams harmoniously monitor, manage, and protect life. The MRB Inventory Planner is responsible for the analysis, control, and disposition of non‑conforming, excess, and slow‑moving inventory across the organization’s supply chain network. This role partners closely with Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supply Chain Planning teams to drive timely resolution of Material Review Board (MRB) inventory while minimizing operational disruption, inventory exposure, and working capital impact. The position serves as a key operational partner to Senior Supply Chain Planners and Distribution Planners by delivering inventory analysis, supply risk insights, disposition recommendations, and material availability updates that support continuity of supply and inventory optimization initiatives. The role owns MRB‑related inventory processes, ensures ERP data integrity, and drives continuous improvement in inventory health, material flow, and supplier‑related quality performance. ESSENTIAL DUTIES Manage and control MRB inventory activities including identification, segregation, tracking, and disposition of non‑conforming materials in partnership with SQE to ensure inventory accuracy and compliance with quality procedures. Develop, track, and report key MRB metrics including aging inventory, disposition cycle time, inventory exposure, recovery yield, supplier defect trends, and inventory reserve impacts; identify opportunities for continuous improvement across inventory control processes. Coordinate cross‑functional disposition activities with Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Procurement teams to expedite rework, scrap, return‑to‑vendor (RTV), or alternate use decisions while minimizing operational and financial impact. Collaborate with Senior Supply Chain Planners and Distribution Planners by providing material availability analysis, shortage risk identification, recovery projections, and planning inputs to support demand. Partner with Supplier Quality Engineers and Supply Chain teams to support supplier performance management initiatives, including data collection, analysis, and development of supplier Quality Business Reviews (QBRs) related to defects, returns, and corrective actions. Maintain ERP and inventory data integrity through accurate transaction management, inventory reconciliation, root cause analysis, and ongoing monitoring of inventory movements, locations, and planning parameters. COMPETENCIES Passion: Contagious excitement about the company – sense of urgency. Commitment to continuous improvement. Integrity: Commitment, accountability, and dedication to the highest ethical standards. Collaboration/Teamwork: Inclusion of team members regardless of geography, position, and product or service. Action/Results: High energy, decisive planning, timely execution. Innovation: Generation of new ideas from original thinking. Customer Focus: Exceed customer expectations, quality of products, services, and experience always present of mind. Emotional Intelligence: Recognizes, understands, manages one’s own emotions and is able to influence others. A critical skill for pressure situations. Inventory Analysis & Problem Solving: Demonstrates strong analytical capability to identify inventory risks, interpret material trends, and drive timely resolution of non‑conforming/slow‑moving inventory. Cross‑Functional Collaboration & Communication: Effectively partners with Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Supply Chain Planning teams to drive alignment, accountability, and execution. ERP & Data Management Expertise: Maintains high levels of inventory accuracy and data integrity through disciplined ERP transaction management and system utilization. Supply Continuity & Inventory Optimization Mindset: Understands the operational impact of material availability and proactively supports continuity of supply while balancing inventory exposure and working capital objectives. Continuous Improvement Orientation: Identifies process inefficiencies and drives improvements related to MRB management, inventory control, reporting, and material flow processes. Organizational Agility & Execution: Thrives in a fast‑paced operational environment with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and respond quickly to changing business conditions. Business & Operational Acumen: Understands how inventory management decisions impact manufacturing operations, supplier performance, service levels, and financial outcomes. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business or technical degree with equivalent business experience 3+ years’ experience in supply chain and inventory planning Experience leading SIOP processes and coordinating supply plans with supply chain partners. Experience working with business‑system based demand forecasting, supply planning, and inventory visualization. Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work with internal and external partners at various levels of the organization. Strong operational and financial analytical skills. Strong predictive analytical skills in demand, supply and inventory modeling. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience working with Med‑Tech Products MBA Experience implementing business‑systems, supply plans, and inventory visualization tools. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES None WORK ENVIRONMENT Indoor open office environment Minimal noise volume typical to an office environment Extended overtime hours when needed Kestra manufactures and provides life‑saving products regulated by the Federal Food and Drug Administration and under contract with Medicare. Kestra maintains a drug‑free workplace and testing is a condition of employment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Frequent repetitive motions that may include wrists, hands and/or fingers, such as keyboard and mouse usage Frequent stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time Frequent phone and other business machine use Occasional lifting required, up to 20 pounds TRAVEL Occasional domestic travel may be required, less than 10% OTHER DUTIES This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. BENEFITS Kestra offers a very competitive benefit package including Medical, Dental, 401(k) with Match, etc. Salary: Annualized at $85,000 - $105,000 plus bonus, depending on experience. Kestra Medical Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. Kestra Medical Technologies does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, physical or mental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time. Applicants must be eligible to work for any employer in the U.S. #J-18808-Ljbffr