Supply Planner 2 [AQ-14389]

Aquent Talent is proud to partner with a globally recognized leader in the consumer products industry, where innovation meets impact. This company stands at the forefront of delivering high-quality seasonal products to markets worldwide, driven by an unwavering commitment to operational excellence and strategic supply chain management. Your work will directly contribute to shaping global product availability and meeting consumer demand on an expansive scale.

About the role

We are seeking a dynamic professional to join this fast-paced, global supply chain organization. In this pivotal role, you will ensure the seamless delivery of seasonal products, directly influencing inventory flow, demand fulfillment, and overall operational efficiency. You’ll navigate complex challenges, drive strategic initiatives, and contribute to the success of a world-renowned brand, making a direct impact on product availability for millions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage supply plans that align inventory, demand, supply, and delivery objectives.
• Support day-to-day factory and supply chain operations as well as longer-range planning activities.
• Partner closely with product, merchandising, planning, analytics, sourcing, manufacturing, and geographic teams.
• Monitor supply and inventory performance, identify risks and opportunities, and recommend actionable solutions.
• Support seasonal delivery execution for high-priority product initiatives.
• Use data and reporting to provide insights, evaluate options, and improve decision-making.
• Help identify opportunities to improve supply planning processes, capabilities, and operational efficiency.
• Navigate changing priorities and ambiguous situations while balancing strategic objectives with immediate business needs.
• Build strong relationships across a complex, matrixed organization and influence stakeholders without direct authority.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in supply planning, inventory planning, demand planning, production planning, materials planning, or a related operations/supply chain function.
• Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables, formulas, data analysis, and ideally macros.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to shift effectively between strategic, tactical, and operational thinking.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills, particularly in ambiguous or rapidly changing environments.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Experience using data, KPIs, and business insights to drive planning decisions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Analytics, or a related field is preferred but not required.

Skills

• Experience with Tableau, Cognos, SAP, or comparable planning, ERP, or business intelligence platforms.
• Manufacturing, factory, sourcing, or supplier planning experience.
• Experience in inventory, demand, merchandise, marketplace, or financial planning.
• Experience within retail, consumer products, apparel, footwear, sporting goods, or another seasonal product environment.
• Experience supporting global or geographically distributed supply chains.
• Experience with seasonal product launches or delivery execution.

Benefits

Eligible talent get access to amazing benefits, including:

• Subsidized health, vision, and dental plans.
• Paid sick leave.
• Retirement plans with a match.
• Free online training through Aquent Gymnasium.

Client: A global leader in athletic footwear, apparel, and equipment, focusing on innovation, performance, and marketing. The company partners with top athletes and teams, emphasizing sustainability and digital advancements to enhance the sports experience.