Temporary Supply Planning Associate

THE ROLE: TEMPORARY SUPPLY PLANNING ASSOCIATE

SmartyPants is looking for a motivated, dedicated, and detail-oriented individual for the Associate Supply Planner position . In this role, you'll work closely with Sales, Product Development, Demand Planning, Project Management, Marketing, and Fulfillment to drive inventory strategy and execution.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support inventory replenishment planning for assigned products and materials

Participate in the monthly Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process as a Supply resource

Provide supply planning support and input for finished goods and WIP products

Support supply chain process improvements and implementation of new systems

Support the development and communication of planning parameters and 12-month rolling forecasts for contract manufacturers and suppliers

Assist with savings initiatives and rebate calculations

Support product purchasing decisions by considering operational, product, and financial requirements

Support supplier relationships, production and delivery follow-up, and tracking of supplier scorecards and KPIs

Support inventory and working capital initiatives across raw materials, components, and finished goods

Monitor raw material and component inventory availability to support production requirements

Collaborate with Product Development, Project Management, and Sales on the launching of new products and packaging for eCommerce and wholesale customers

Identify and help resolve supply issues to minimize disruptions to customer service

Collaborate with Accounting on inventory reconciliation and adjustments

Collaborate with Finance on inventory cash flow projections and planning

Other duties, projects, and responsibilities as assigned

CAPABILITIES + SKILLS REQUIRED

Bachelor’s degree in operations supply chain, or related field

1-3 years of experience in Supply Planning, Buying, Inventory Planning, or a related position

Intermediate Excel skills

Working knowledge of MRP and supply chain planning practices

Exposure to lead-time management and continuous improvement initiatives

Experience supporting or generating purchase orders

Ability to manage assigned responsibilities, work proactively, and complete tasks within established timeframes

Exceptional organizational skills with a keen eye for detail and a strong emphasis on accuracy.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and effectively across various mediums.

Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse personality types and behaviors, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.

Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure, fast paced environment

Bonus points for:

APICS certification

Experience with new product development inventory management practices

CPG or wholesale experience

THE DETAILS ​

LOCATION: El Segundo, CA ​

MANAGER: Supply Planning Manager

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

DURATION: September–December 31, 2026

The pay range for this position is $40-45 per hour dependent on experience.