Inventory Planner

Helmet House; Agoura Hills (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) with generous match

Vacation/Sick Time

Employee discounts

Job summary

Helmet House in Calabasas Hills, CA is seeking an Inventory Planner to manage stock levels and analyze sales trends to guide future buys. You will collaborate with Merchandising to meet inventory needs and maintain healthy stock while satisfying customer demand.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years in apparel planning or related roles, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Excel. The role is on-site with a comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and retail math skills.
• Proficiency in Excel advanced or better preferred; XLOOKUP and pivot tables expected.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite is required; familiarity with ERP systems is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Retail Management, Merchandising, Business, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Use inventory reports and sales data to identify trends and inform purchasing decisions.
• Maintain inventory levels to avoid overstock or stockouts.
• Work within OTB constraints.
• Forecast sales using historical data and demand patterns.
• Provide SKU guidance for End of Life assortments.
• Coordinate with vendors on wholesale planning and forecasting.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Retail Management, Merchandising, Business, or related field

Tools

Excel

XLOOKUP

Pivot tables

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Microsoft Business Central

Job description

Helmet House is the leading U.S. distributor of helmets and apparel in the Motorcycle and Powersports industry. We are searching for an Inventory Planner to join our Merchandising Team.

Our Company was founded in 1969 and has its headquarters and a distribution center in Calabasas Hills, CA along with an eastern distribution point in Southaven, MS. Our digital marketing team is located in Lake Oswego, OR. For decades Helmet House has supplied Powersports Dealers across the U.S. with two of the world’s top helmet brands. Helmet House is the exclusive US supplier for SHOEI Helmets, Sidi boots, Kriega, Fasthouse, FXR and Kiddiemoto, while also distributing HJC, Alpinestars, 100%, Molecule, Pinlock, Cardo, Quad Lock, Insta360 and Sena to motorcycle dealerships in the United States. The Tourmaster, Cortech, and NORU motorcycle apparel brands are manufactured and marketed directly by Helmet House. The premium brands we carry represent our commitment to the motorcycle industry and our dealer partners. Helmet House is headquartered in beautiful Calabasas Hills, CA, within minutes of Southern California’s world-famous motorcycling / biking & hiking roads.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Helmet House is looking for an Inventory Planner to manage inventory levels, analyze sales trends and plan future buys. The Inventory Planner will collaborate with merchandising, to meet inventory needs and maintain healthy stock levels, while meeting customer demand.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

• Use inventory reports and sales data to identify trends and assist you to make an informed decision in purchasing decisions and identify key opportunities.
• Maintain inventory levels while avoiding an overstock or understock position.
• Working within the OTB constraints
• Use historical data and demand patterns to achieve sales forecasts
• Review assortment to provide SKU count guidance for End or Life.
• Vendor communications
• Wholesale planning and forecasting

Requirements

Experience

• 2-5 years of experience in apparel planning, merchandising or related roles.
• Experience in inventory management and in data analysis is preferred but not mandatory.

Technical Skills

• Strong analytical and retail math skills.
• Proficiency in Excel advanced or better preferred. Proficient in X-look up, pivot tables, plus.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Familiarity with retail planning and ERPs systems is preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Business Central a plus.

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred in Retail Management, Merchandising, Business, or related field.

Salary Range

• 65k to 75k depending on skills and experience

BENEFITS PACKAGE (For Full-time Employees)

• Medical/Dental/Vision, Supplemental Insurance Plans, Café 125 FSA, 401(k) Savings Plan with very generous match, Vacation/Sick Time off, employee discounts, EOE