Raw Materials Planning Manager
Montebello, CA - USA
Job Summary
At SanMar the work you do makes a difference.
Why BellaCanvas
At BELLACANVAS were not just making apparel - were defining a category. Our mission is to lead the fashion blanks industry and empower the creators who shape culture everywhere. We produce premium blank canvases for print partners and the communities they serve so every idea can be worn expressed and amplified with confidence. With a legacy born from our headquarters in Los Angeles we operate at the intersection of innovation and entrepreneurship. Were the brand behind the t-shirt movement and we believe our blanks are more than garments - theyre the blueprint for creativity. We move with an Olympian mindset - driven resilient and always pushing for better. Be Different isnt just our motto; its the standard.
At BELLACANVAS were not just making apparel - were defining a category. Our mission is to lead the fashion blanks industry and empower the creators who shape culture everywhere. We produce premium blank canvases for print partners and the communities they serve so every idea can be worn expressed and amplified with confidence. With a legacy born from our headquarters in Los Angeles we operate at the intersection of innovation and entrepreneurship. Were the brand behind the t-shirt movement and we believe our blanks are more than garments - theyre the blueprint for creativity. We move with an Olympian mindset - driven resilient and always pushing for better. Be Different isnt just our motto; its the standard.
Overview
The Raw Materials Planning Manager is a highly analytical and strategic role that manages the end-to-end lifecycle of fabric and raw material procurement. This role is responsible for ensuring uninterrupted material flow from mill to production by balancing demand forecasting inventory management and supplier partnerships.
Responsibilities
- Source and procure fabrics and raw materials aligned with product and production needs.
- Manage relationships with domestic and offshore mills ensuring quality reliability and scalability.
- Negotiate pricing capacity lead times and MOQs to support margin and production goals.
- Partner with product development and technical teams on fabric approvals and performance standards.
- Develop and manage raw material forecasts based on demand plans sales trends and production schedules.
- Own fabric capacity planning with mills to support both replenishment and new production needs and minimize stockouts.
- Monitor inventory levels aging stock and excess/obsolete materials.
- Align material planning with production schedules and capacity constraints.
- Issue and track purchase orders ensuring on-time delivery of materials.
- Partner closely with production planning and logistics teams to align material flow with factory schedules.
- Drive replenishment strategies for high-volume basics (e.g. jersey fleece rib).
- Identify and mitigate supply chain risks (delays shortages quality issues).
- Analyze fabric consumption usage trends and cost drivers.
- Track KPIs such as on-time delivery inventory turns and material cost variance.
- Provide recommendations to optimize sourcing strategies and inventory efficiency.
- Maintain accurate data in ERP/PLM systems for materials orders and inventory.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Comply with all policies and standards.
Requirements
- 4-6 years of experience in fabric sourcing raw materials planning or apparel supply chain roles or equivalent education
- Experience in apparel or activewear manufacturing is preferred
- Familiarity with ERP/MRP/PLM systems (e.g. FDM4 Anaplan Centric etc.) is preferred
- Knowledge of global sourcing and logistics timelines is preferred
- Strong understanding of textile construction lead times and sourcing processes
- Experience managing high-volume replenishment programs
- Strong negotiation and vendor management experience
WHATS our offer
Salary Range: Youll earn between $84179 - $120750 annually depending on experience.
Bonus: Youll be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus up to 10% of base salary.
Paid Time Off: Youll accrue paid time off on a bi-weekly basis based on hours worked up to 112 hours per year to start. Employees also receive 8 paid holidays and 1 paid family day off.
Additional Benefits:
- Comprehensive medical dental and vision benefits
- 401k plan and matches $1 for $1 up to 4% of earnings matched & vested at every pay cycle
- Life insurance
- Short/long-term disability coverage
- Paid maternity/paternity leave
- Pet insurance
What Should You Expect
BC Office: Bella Canvas office is located in Montebello CA in the Los Angeles metropolitan area. This role is onsite Monday through Friday and our standard working hours are 9:00-6:00 PST. Periodic travel may be required. The employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods while working on a computer and participating in virtual and in-person meetings. Frequent use of hands for keyboarding and standard office equipment is required. Occasional standing walking and reaching may be needed to attend meetings or collaborate in an office setting. The role requires the ability to perform close visual work on a computer for extended periods. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 1015 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Why Work at SanMar
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. They bring their talent passion and dedication to work with them every day. Their hard work inspires us and gives us purpose. We love working here together.
Whether you work in our headquarters from your home or in one of our distribution centers across North America we believe that investing in you is just the right thing to do. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health and well-being life balance career growth and (eventually) retirement.
SanMar works with brands you already know like Nike The North Face and Brooks Brothers as well as providing industry-leading private label apparel and accessories. Our people come to work excited to do their part providing clothing that helps people feel that theyre a part of something special.
Heres your chance to be a part of this story. If youre ready to work in a place where your participation matters and your growth is a priority were ready for you.
SanMar is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Whoever you are wherever youre from whoever you love or follow in faith whatever your disability or superpower status whichever ethnicity or gender you identify with you are welcome at SanMar.
SanMar participates in E-Verify.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
This is Connection It’s true that we make and sell t-shirts, as well as polos, tank tops, fleece, jackets and more. But what we’re really doing is making meaningful connections that elevate lives. When you put on your favorite shirt you become a part of something: a club, a team, a s ... View more