SUPPLY PLANNER

groupeseb; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Voluntary Benefits

Employee Discounts

Work‑life balance

Job summary

Groupe SEB seeks a Supply Planner for North America to develop and execute the supply plan, ensuring optimal inventory levels, on-time supply, and minimal SLOBS, cost, and complexity. Based in Irvine, CA with a hybrid work schedule, the role emphasizes stock availability, master data, reporting, supplier collaboration, and continuous improvement across functions.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Supply Chain or related field and at least 2 years in planning, plus advanced Excel and SAP/ERP

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years in a planning role.
• Strong sense of urgency and customer centricity.
• LEAN mindset with ability to take calculated risks.
• Advanced MS Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Identify gaps in the business plan and implement countermeasures to meet budget targets for net sales, inventories, and service level.
• Ensure stock availability for assigned SKUs and products.
• Full cycle purchase order management, including tracking and follow-up.
• Review and manage purchase requisitions.
• Master data management and improvements.
• Support or own management reporting.
• Escalate stock availability issues with suppliers/factories.
• Drive continuous improvement and cross-functional projects.
• Manage safety stock, lead times, and supplier collaboration.
• Oversee SLOB and product lifecycle.

Skills

Supply planning

ERP experience

Lean mindset

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Tools

SAP

Job description

Background & Purpose of the Job:

The Supply Planner is in charge of developing and executing the supply plan for SEB Professional North America to ensure optimal inventory levels and on time supply while minimizing SLOBS, cost and complexity. The Supply Planner ensures KPIs are met and looks for opportunities for continuous improvement including cross functional projects.

Who You Are & What You’ll Do:

• Identify possible gaps in the business plan to proactively define and implement countermeasures ensuring budget targets achievement in terms of net sales, inventories and customer service level.

• Ensure stock availability for assigned SKUs and products.

• Full cycle purchase order management, including tracking and following up.

• Purchase requisitions review and management.

• Master data management and improvements.

• Management reporting support and/or ownership.

• Manage escalations of stock availability with suppliers/factories.

• Look for opportunities and actions to meet KPIs and department objectives including proposals for continuous improvement.

• Ensure the right level of stock availability by managing the safety stock, lead-times, customer/supplier collaboration etc.

• Manage SLOB (obsolete & slow movers) by developing action plan and collaboration with other departments.

• Understand and manage product life cycle.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field.

• Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience in a planning role.

• Strong sense of urgency and customer centricity.

• Strategic long-term vision in combination with the possibility to take calculated risks

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

• Team player with a LEAN mindset, seeing opportunities rather than problems.

• MS Office (Excel and PowerPoint) – advanced level.

• SAP or other ERP system experience.

Overview:

• Type of Employment:Full time – Exempt
• Workplace Schedule Type:Hybrid
• Position Location:Irvine, Ca

Why SEB Professional North America?

At SEB Professional North America, we believe great careers are built where people feel supported, challenged, and inspired. Whether you’re working from one of our offices or enjoying a flexible work arrangement between the two, we’re committed to providing benefits, resources, and a culture that help you thrive both professionally and personally.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage with a generous employer contribution
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match to help you plan for the future
• Company‑Paid Life Insurance for added peace of mind
• 12 Paid Holidays to recharge and spend time with what matters most
• Additional Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discount Programs

• A Positive, Inclusive Work Culture that genuinely values work‑life balance

Compensation:

Salary range of $70,000-80,000 commensurate with experience.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to make an impact, grow your career, and be part of a dynamic, collaborative team, SEB Professional North America is the place for you. Apply today and take the next step in your career journey.

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