Demand Planner
Santa Ana, CA - USA
Job Summary
Collectors is the leading creator of innovative technology that provides value-added services for collectors worldwide. We grade authenticate vault and sell millions of record-setting collectibles all while modernizing and digitalizing the process to further our mission of helping collectors pursue their passions. Were always on the lookout for talented people to join our growing team.
Our services span collectible trading cards autographs comic books coins video games event tickets and memorabilia. Our subsidiaries include PSA PCGS Beckett SGC and Card Ladder.
Since our founding in 1986 we have graded and authenticated millions of items. We employ more than 3000 people across our headquarters in Santa Ana California and offices in New Jersey Texas Florida Japan Shanghai Hong Kong Canada Mexico Germany the UK and France.
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Were looking for a Demand Planner who will own the full planning lifecycle from demand forecasting through materials planning inventory optimization and supply coordination. As a Demand Planner you will support multiple lines of the business with a strong focus on injection molded components that require thoughtful planning around tooling lead times and supplier capacity.
You will take on the challenge of acquiring a system that needs to be fully built out. You will be tasked to provide support in establishing structure build processes and creating visibility where it is yet to exist. And youd be operating with sound judgment strong analytical capability and the ability to operate effectively with limited resources.
Youll report to the Director Global Supply Chain and work onsite from our Santa Ana CA office headquarters.
Onsite Requirement:
This role requires you to be onsite in the office 5 days per week.
Who You Are:
Ownership of the demand forecasting materials planning and inventory management across all supported product lines
Translate forecasts directly into supply and purchasing signals in coordination with procurement and operations
Operate with minimal handoffs ensuring continuity from planning through execution
Partner directly with stakeholders to align on assumptions and priorities
Continuously improve forecast accuracy while balancing speed and practicality
Work closely with procurement to ensure readiness for new part introductions and demand changes
Anticipate risks tied to long lead-time materials and tooling capacity
Own inventory health across the network including turns aging excess and obsolescence
Set and adjust safety stock reorder points and inventory strategies without relying on fully automated systems
Identify and act on opportunities to reduce slow-moving and excess inventory
Monitor and address shrinkage and inventory discrepancies in partnership with operations and finance
Build reporting and planning tools (primarily in Excel or ERP systems) to create visibility into demand supply and inventory
Support scenario planning with practical decision-oriented analysis
Incorporate logistics constraints into planning decisions including inbound timing and distribution impacts
Coordinate with logistics partners to anticipate volume changes and potential disruptions
Step into gaps as needed to keep the business moving
What Youll Do:
Required Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Operations Business Engineering or related field
Minimum 5 years of experience in demand planning supply planning or inventory management
Strong analytical capability with advanced Excel skills; comfortable building tools from scratch
Experience operating in fast-paced or resource-constrained environments
Ability to manage ambiguity and make decisions with incomplete data
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in multi-site manufacturing and/or high-growth environments
Familiarity with plastics manufacturing processes and tooling lifecycle management
Experience supporting injection molding or manufacturing environments with long lead-time components
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems without reliance on fully mature planning modules
Experience working closely with finance on inventory and working capital management
Experience with lean manufacturing Six Sigma continuous improvement initiatives and/or ISO AS TS standards.
Experience in global sourcing and international logistics
Salary Range:
The salary range for this position is $107000 - $144000. Actual compensation on this range varies based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors including location job level experience and skill set. This role may be eligible for bonuses commissions or other forms of compensation please ask your recruiter for details.
Reasons To Join Us:
Health Insurance: All full-time employees are eligible to enroll in Medical Dental and Vision
Additional Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for fertility commuter and educational assistance benefits
401(K) Matching Plan: We are proud to offer a competitive 401k matching plan to our employees to support their future financial goals
Vacation: All salaried employees are eligible for flexible time-off
Holiday Pay: All regular full-time employees are eligible for ten company paid holidays
Employee Discounts: Employees receive discounts on select grading services for approved submissions
Flexible Hours: Many of our teams offer flexible schedules with varying shifts and will work with you to accommodate your needs
Fun Working Environment: Our team members are invited to participate in celebrations holiday events and team building activities
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