Temporary Supply Planning Associate

Role Summary

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.

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

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

Requirements

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