Associate Supply Planner

CV Resources; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CV Resources is seeking an Associate Supply Planner in Irvine, CA to support supply planning, inventory management, and replenishment activities. The role focuses on maintaining product availability while controlling inventory levels and minimizing excess stock and disruptions.

The ideal candidate has a foundation in supply chain fundamentals, strong analytical and organizational skills, and the ability to analyze data to guide planning decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in supply planning or related function.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and Excel for reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain supply plans to align with demand, production, and inventory.
• Monitor inventory levels and replenish to avoid excess stock.
• Analyze forecast, sales trends, and constraints to flag shortages or surpluses.
• Coordinate purchase orders and replenishment with suppliers.
• Track open POs, lead times, and delivery schedules.
• Maintain accurate planning data and ERP records.
• Collaborate with procurement, production, logistics, sales, and customer service.
• Prepare reports on inventory, forecast accuracy, and supply performance.
• Support continuous improvement in inventory optimization and planning.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Associate Supply Planner to support supply planning, inventory management, and replenishment activities. This individual will help ensure product availability while maintaining appropriate inventory levels and minimizing excess stock and supply chain disruptions. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of supply chain fundamentals, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to analyze data to support effective planning decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with developing and maintaining supply plans to support customer demand, production schedules, and inventory requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels, product availability, and replenishment needs to ensure adequate stock while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.
• Analyze demand forecasts, historical sales trends, inventory data, and supply constraints to identify potential shortages or surpluses.
• Coordinate purchase orders and replenishment schedules with suppliers, manufacturers, and internal purchasing teams.
• Track open purchase orders, supplier lead times, and delivery schedules to ensure timely product availability.
• Identify potential supply shortages, inventory risks, and delivery delays, escalating issues and recommending solutions as needed.
• Maintain accurate planning data, inventory records, and reporting within ERP and supply chain management systems.
• Collaborate with procurement, production, logistics, warehouse, sales, and customer service teams to align supply plans with business needs.
• Prepare and maintain reports related to inventory levels, forecast accuracy, order fulfillment, and supply performance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory optimization, planning processes, and overall supply chain efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in supply planning, inventory planning, demand planning, purchasing, or a related supply chain function.
• Understanding of inventory management, forecasting, replenishment, and supply chain fundamentals.
• Experience working with ERP or MRP systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to analyze data, create reports, and work with large spreadsheets.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments.