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.