Planning Allocation Specialist

Socket.dev; New Jersey; On-site; USD 62,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Bonuses

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Logistics/Materials Coordinator in New Jersey to manage material allocation from vendors to customers. The role ensures timely product readiness, coordinates with Logistics, Operations, and Planning teams, and oversees daily shipping activities.

Required are a Bachelor's degree and 2–4 years of related experience, strong communication, and organization skills. Base salary ranges from $62,000 to $70,000 with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in related profession.
• 2-4 years' related experience.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Effective communication skills, including ability to communicate effectively in with all levels of staff.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office package.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Logistics, Operations, Production Control, and Planning teams to ensure timely product readiness and a smooth daily shipping process.
• Allocate shipments from PNY NJ and third-party logistics (3PL) warehouses, and manage inventory transfers and repacks as needed.
• Prepare and distribute Proforma Invoices while coordinating product flow from Contract Manufacturers to regional distribution centers.
• Generate and distribute Proforma Invoices for international shipments.
• Manage daily incoming receipts and allocate inventory to fulfill open and high-priority orders, overseeing the full order lifecycle.
• Monitor and maintain the order backlog, providing timely updates to Customer Service and Sales, and reporting shortages for partially reserved sales orders.
• Fulfill internal order requests, including those for Sales/Marketing accommodations, product prototypes, and evaluation units.
• Act as a liaison across Planning, Manufacturing, and Operations teams to align on production schedules, material availability, and capacity planning.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

MAIN FUNCTION:

• Manage the allocation of materials from vendor to customer

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in related profession
• 2-4 years' related experience
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Effective communication skills, including ability to communicate effectively in with all levels of staff
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Highly organized
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office package

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

• Planning
• Operations/Logistics
• Marketing/Sales
• Finance
• Customer Service

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Coordinate with Logistics, Operations, Production Control, and Planning teams to ensure timely product readiness and a smooth daily shipping process.
• Allocate shipments from PNY NJ and third-party logistics (3PL) warehouses, and manage inventory transfers and repacks as needed.
• Prepare and distribute Proforma Invoices while coordinating product flow from Contract Manufacturers to regional distribution centers.
• Generate and distribute Proforma Invoices for international shipments.
• Manage daily incoming receipts and allocate inventory to fulfill open and high-priority orders, overseeing the full order lifecycle.
• Monitor and maintain the order backlog, providing timely updates to Customer Service and Sales, and reporting shortages for partially reserved sales orders.
• Fulfill internal order requests, including those for Sales/Marketing accommodations, product prototypes, and evaluation units.
• Act as a liaison across Planning, Manufacturing, and Operations teams to align on production schedules, material availability, and capacity planning.

COMPENSATION:

The base salary range for this position is $62,000 to $70,000; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget.

BENEFITS OVERVIEW:

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D coverage, short- and long-term disability, a 401(k) retirement plan, annual discretionary salary increases and bonuses. Employees receive paid company holidays, paid time off, and access to company-paid training. Optional benefits include tuition reimbursement, a 529 college savings plan, pet insurance, legal and ID theft coverage, and other voluntary insurance plans.