Supply Planner I

Readerlink Distribution Services; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

FSA

Disability insurance

Vacation pay

401(k) with company match

Author events

Book club

Job summary

ReaderLink Distribution Services is seeking a Supply Planner I to manage purchase orders and inventory across all ReaderLink distribution centers in a fast-paced environment. You will coordinate with publishers, sales and marketing to ensure accurate, on-time delivery and resolve quarantine inventory issues.

The role requires strong Excel skills, effective communication, and the ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or related business subject is required.
• Strong Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook skills are required.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to multitask and keep multiple projects on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain, and track purchase orders across all publishers and ReaderLink Distribution Centers.
• Review and resolve quarantine inventory.
• Enter and maintain items into the F&O system.
• Communicate product discrepancies between Supply Planning, Sales, and Marketing teams.
• Help build and maintain relationships with publishers and licensors.
• Handle multiple tasks and work extra hours to keep projects on schedule.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Communication skills

Multitasking

Basic math

Education

Bachelor’s degree or related business subject

Tools

F&O system

Job description

The Supply Planner I will create, manage and maintain purchase orders and inventory across all Readerlink distribution centers.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain, and track purchase orders across all publishers and ReaderLink Distribution Centers to ensure on‑time and accurate delivery.
• Review and resolve quarantine inventory.
• Enter and maintain items into F&O.
• Communicate all product discrepancies between Supply Planning, Sales, and Marketing teams.
• Help build and maintain long‑term relationships with our publishers and licensors.
• Must be able to handle multiple tasks and work extra hours to keep projects on schedule.
• Other duties may be assigned, directed, or requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or related business subject required.
• Previous buying or inventory experience is preferred.
• Experience with working with the F&O system is preferred.
• Strong to advanced experience in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook is required.
• High energy level with the ability to keep multiple projects on schedule.
• Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to speak with all levels of the organization and outside partners.
• Must be proficient in basic mathematics: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to do algebra, calculate figures and amounts, and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• A methodical and organized approach to problem‑solving.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• The work performed is in an office environment.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate at low decibels.
• Must be able to work in a fast‑paced, team environment.
• Employee is occasionally exposed to vibration and dust.

Salary: $50,000.00 - $58,000.00

Employee Benefits

• Health Plans – Medical, Dental & Prescription
• Flexible Spending Accounts – Health & Dependent Care
• Disability, Life and Accident Insurance
• Vacation Pay & Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Author Events
• Publisher-sponsored Book Club

ReaderLink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.

ReaderLink is committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting people with disabilities and veterans. If you need an accommodation to assist with completing the electronic application, please email your request to [e-mail], or call: [phone].