Procurement Planner
Rent The Runway · Arlington, TX · Yesterday
PurchasingFull-time
About the role
We're seeking a detail-oriented Procurement Planner to join our supply chain team. You'll help ensure our inventory is optimized, suppliers perform reliably, and procurement costs stay competitive. This role offers excellent exposure to complex supply chain operations and our fashion rental business model. This role is based at our Arlington, Texas warehouse (on-site Monday-Friday), and reports to the Senior Manager, Procurement & Planning.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and maintain inventory levels at our target safety stock for our Texas and New Jersey warehouses
- Create and process purchase orders weekly, ensuring accuracy in quantities, specifications, and delivery timelines; track shipments and coordinate receipt closely with the procurement clerks at each of our warehouses
- Manage supplier relationships by tracking delivery performance and quality metrics, while addressing quality issues and negotiating terms for optimal pricing and service
- Identify cost-reduction opportunities through contract review, price benchmarking, and process improvements in partnership with the Senior Manager, Procurement & Planning
- Partner closely with cross-functional teams across both warehouses to align supplies with business needs
- Own essential reporting for weekly business reviews, focusing on procurement KPIs and days-on-hand metrics
Requirements
- Proficiency with spreadsheets (Excel and/or Google Sheets) and ability to work comfortably with data and numbers
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent cross-functional collaboration and teamwork skills
- Proactive and solution-oriented, with a strong ability to work autonomously
- Ability to project manage multiple projects simultaneously, while maintaining accuracy and meeting competing deadlines
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field; or equivalent professional experience
- Experience working in a warehouse environment
- Familiarity with fashion retail, e-commerce, or rental business models
- Internship or 1–2 years of supply chain, procurement, or operations experience
- Knowledge of inventory planning concepts (ABC analysis, reorder points, safety stock)
Benefits
- Paid Time Off, including vacation, paid bereavement, and family sick leave
- Comprehensive health, vision, dental, FSA and dependent care from day 1 of employment
- 401(k) match
- Exclusive employee subscription and rental discounts
- Universal Paid Parental Leave for both parents + flexible return to work program
- Paid Sabbatical after 5 years of continuous service
- Company-wide events and outings
- Office-centric work - our corporate employees and technical leaders have the option to work remotely on Fridays, in accordance with Company policies