- Location
- Palo Alto, California
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Department
- Operations
- Experience
- 5+ years
Description
About Wing:
Wing offers drone delivery as a safe, fast, and sustainable solution for last mile logistics. Consumer appetites for on-demand services are increasing, but current delivery methods are inefficient, costly, and contribute to road accidents and air pollution. Wing’s fleet of highly automated delivery drones can transport small packages directly from businesses to homes on-demand, in minutes. We design, build, and operate our aircraft, and offer drone delivery services on two continents. Our technology is designed to be easy to integrate into existing delivery and logistics networks, offering a scalable drone delivery solution for a broad range of businesses. Wing is a part of Google's parent company, Alphabet, and our mission is to create the preferred means of delivery for the planet. If you're ready to do the greatest work of your life, come join us.
About the Role
Wing is looking for an Inventory Analyst to join our Forward Logistics team. This role is onsite based in Palo Alto, CA.This role is primarily focused on supporting and coordinating logistics and inventory operations, ensuring that our drone delivery environments in the US and beyond are supported by an accurate, highly organized supply chain.
You will take ownership of specific inventory initiatives, independently managing parts of project planning and execution. You will handle problems of moderate complexity, collaborate closely with cross-functional partners, and balance daily tactical execution with project goals to drive team success across several sit
What You’ll Do
- Manage specific inventory initiatives and track metrics/KPIs that align with project requirements and broader team goals.
- Execute daily or scheduled cycle counts of raw materials and finished goods, support physical audits, and perform systematic reconciliations to maintain high inventory accuracy.
- Coordinate interdepartmental material movements and kitting activities to support operational timelines while maintaining a strong network of internal stakeholders.
- Investigate inventory discrepancies to identify root causes and propose process improvements or workflow refinements to warehouse operations.
- Monitor stock movements and supply chain timelines to proactively identify potential material shortages or imbalances, implementing alternative kitting or sourcing plans.
- Analyze cycle count data, transaction logs, and usage trends to make data-driven recommendations for improving storage layouts and slotting efficiency.
- Support training for new team members on inventory systems and SOPs, sharing best practices to elevate overall team performance.
- Monitor location aging reports and track excess, slow-moving, or obsolete inventory (E&O) to support timely write-offs or material dispositions.
- Collaborate with procurement and planning teams to monitor MRP signals, verify safety stock levels, and prevent line-stoppages due to material shortages.
- Partner with warehouse site leads to optimize storage space utilization, picking paths, and labeling strategies for complex drone hardware.
- Coordinate Return Material Authorization (RMA) workflows, process returned goods, and manage the triage and inspection of incoming hardware shipments.
What You’ll Need
- 5+ years of experience in inventory control, material planning, or warehousing, preferably in a fast-paced technology, hardware, or advanced manufacturing environment.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, Business, or equivalent practical experience.
- Strong analytical capability with a commitment to identifying data inaccuracies and tracking key supply chain performance metrics (KPIs).
- Proven ability to manage varied parts of project planning, handle multiple priorities, and deliver timely results under tight deadlines.
- Exceptional communication and collaboration skills for coordinating seamlessly with carriers, suppliers, and internal engineering or planning teams.
- High adaptability and operational grit, with a process-focused mindset and eagerness to identify efficiencies.
- Hands-on experience with modern ERP/WMS systems (such as SAP, Oracle, or proprietary warehouse tools) and intermediate-to-advanced Excel or Google Sheets skills.
- Ability to travel domestically (10–20%) to support operations across regional satellite warehouses and logistics hubs.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is the salary range below + bonus + equity + benefits. Wing’s salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.
Wing is an equal opportunity employer and it is Wing's policy to comply with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. Employment at Wing is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Wing does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.
If you have a need that requires accommodation during the interview process due to a disability or special need, please let us know by completing our Candidate Accommodations Request Form.
