Supply Chain Planner

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Virginia.

📋 Description

• Oversee global production timelines, order cycles, inventory levels, and supplier lead times adhering to open-to-buy financial guidelines

• Ensure supply plans are in sync with demand forecasts, product launches, and leadership goals

• Track order fill rates, lead times, and supplier performance, taking proactive measures when targets are at risk

• Collaborate with Product, Sales, Finance, and Operations teams to evaluate volume needs and production limitations

• Schedule and release replenishment orders to enhance inventory and guarantee a continuous supply

• Address discrepancies between demand forecasts and supply capabilities

• Identify supply chain vulnerabilities, escalate concerns, and provide actionable solutions

• Act as the main point of contact for international manufacturers

• Maintain product and vendor specifications to ensure accurate ordering

• Conduct supplier evaluations and implement corrective measures

• Analyze supply chain and forecast data to pinpoint risks, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement

• Document supply planning activities, transactions, and communications with vendors

• Prepare and deliver KPIs and insights to leadership

• Drive process improvements leveraging industry best practices and technology

• Support financially responsible, data-informed supply planning choices

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree is required; a focus in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, Logistics, or a related discipline is preferred

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in supply planning, inventory management, or operational analysis

• Experience in consumer goods or manufacturing settings is preferred

• Proven record of executing purchase orders, managing vendor relationships, and optimizing inventory positions in a global supply environment

• Strong organizational and supply planning abilities

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy

• Effective written and verbal communication skills across various departments, cultures, and time zones

• Cultural sensitivity and the ability to work collaboratively in a diverse, global workforce

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

• Advanced skills in Excel

• Experience with data analysis tools

• Familiarity with ERP and supply chain management systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite

• Knowledge of demand planning, inventory management, or supply planning software

• Familiarity with collaborative tools like Smartsheet, Teams, or Asana

• Occasional domestic and international travel may be necessary

• Willingness to work beyond standard hours during critical purchasing or planning periods

• Capability to lift and manage product or packaging samples up to 40 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunities for quarterly bonuses based on individual and company performance

• Medical insurance coverage

• Life insurance

• Disability insurance

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching

• Company-paid holidays

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Work/life balance initiatives

• Reasonable accommodations available