Global Distribution & Inventory Planner

Nordic Naturals; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Nordic Naturals in Vista, CA is seeking a Distribution Planner to manage the flow of products from manufacturing warehouses to outbound distribution centers worldwide. You will optimize inventory across US and international DCs, balance supply with demand, and work with sales teams to anticipate promotions.

Proficiency with planning systems such as John Galt, SAP, and Kinaxis is required. The role focuses on improving forecast accuracy, reducing stockouts, and coordinating with logistics and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Mathematics, or Statistics from a well-regarded university.
• 3–7 years of experience in data analytics, demand planning, materials planning, distribution planning or supply chain planning.
• Experience with advanced planning systems such as John Galt Atlas, SAP, Oracle, Logility, OMP, Blue Yonder, or Kinaxis.
• Experience with retail, international and e-commerce fulfillment and distribution processes, including understanding direct-to-consumer demands.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; proficiency in SAP and advanced Excel for data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Maintain appropriate levels of finished goods inventory across US and international/global distribution centers, balancing supply with customer demand.
• Manage inventory availability across DCs to meet online and retail orders, minimizing stockouts and ensuring optimal service levels.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and supply planning teams to align distribution plans with promotions and product launches.
• Communicate with logistics and warehouse teams to ensure timely shipment and troubleshoot fulfillment issues.
• Leverage planning systems to generate reporting and maintain optimal distribution plans.

Skills

Data analytics

Demand planning

Materials planning

Distribution planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

John Galt

SAP

Oracle

Logility

OMP

Blue Yonder

Kinaxis

Job description

Nordic Naturals in Vista, CA is seeking a Distribution Planner to manage the flow of products from manufacturing warehouses to outbound distribution centers worldwide. You will optimize inventory across US and international DCs, balance supply with demand, and work with sales teams to anticipate promotions.

Proficiency with planning systems such as John Galt, SAP, and Kinaxis is required. The role focuses on improving forecast accuracy, reducing stockouts, and coordinating with logistics and