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.