Senior Planner (Hybrid)
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Job Location:
Carson, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Planner to join our team. In this hybrid role based at our Carson CA headquarters you will be responsible for managing and executing the purchase of finished products from both domestic and import vendors for multichannel distribution. The position also involves analyzing historical data statistical trends and sales reports to forecast future replenishment needs and support demand planning. Applicants should have a background in forecasting and purchasing finished goods along with a solid understanding of replenishment software. We value a collaborative team environmentso strong interpersonal skills are a must. Experience in retail and import purchasing is a significant plus.
A day on the job looks like this:
- Managing and executing the purchase of finished products from domestic and import vendors for multichannel distribution
- Analyzing historical data statistical trends and sales reports to forecast replenishment needs and support demand planning
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams on new item launches product revisions and end-of-life scenarios
- Minimizing overstock while maintaining a best-in-class fill rate
- Leading and supporting intermediate-level projects and process improvement initiatives
Qualifications :
Got the skills and experience Heres what were looking for:
- Bachelors degree with 35 years of purchasing experience in Supply Chain or a Masters degree in Supply Chain preferred
- Experience with SAP or ERP systems is a plus
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex situations and products
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel Outlook Word)
- Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong math skills
- Proven decision-making abilities
- A strong sense of urgency and excellent follow-through
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- A team mindset with the ability to work independently
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills including the ability to train others
- Ability to prioritize and delegate tasks effectively
Additional Information :
And heres our end of the bargain!
At Lakeshore we pay local market wages for employees that reside within Los Angeles and Orange Counties.
For this position new employees joining Lakeshore who live within Los Angeles and Orange Counties are typically brought into the organization at a salary rate between $82000-$105000 depending on relevant experience & skillset.
This range is indicative of projected hiring range. The annual base compensation will take into account each candidates relevant experience location and skillset.
- Bonus eligible
- Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding
- Excellent medical/dental and vision coverageEPO PPO and HSA
- 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
- Flexible benefitschoose what you like ignore the rest
- On-site preschool for our employees children
- On-site employee gym for all levels/fitness needs
- Generous employee discount
- Casual dressand we really mean it
At Lakeshore we know our diversity makes us stronger and when everyone feels included and valued we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers families and children we serve.
We know we couldnt do the extraordinary things were doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group Lakeshore is more than a great place to workits a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out we give everything weve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success were constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if youre a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference wed love to hear from you.
To learn more about Lakeshore visit Employment Opportunity Policy
People are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill merit and mind-boggling talentnot based on race color creed sexual orientation gender or gender identity marital status domestic partnership status military status religion age national origin ancestry alienage AIDS or AIDS-related complex status genetic information predisposition or carrier status status as a victim of domestic violence physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If things arent equal we all lose.
To learn about how we collect and use Applicant information please visit our Employee/Applicant Privacy Policy.
Lakeshore is an E-Verify employer. We use E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.
Please see the E-Verify Participation Poster and Know Your Rights Poster in English and Spanish for more information. INDRLL1
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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About Company
At Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world-class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, 60 retail stores, a peerless national sales force, plus i ... View more
