Production Planner

SanMar • Issaquah, WA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Production Planner manages and executes inventory depth targets for specific product categories. The role analyzes and forecasts style, color, and size demand; manages monthly projections and adjustments; and develops and manages orders to support inventory depth targets and flow plans. The planner reviews website product descriptions and related information for accuracy, responds proactively to business changes, and works with internal and external partners to replenish inventory. The role also partners with a Production Planning Assistant to monitor and expedite orders as needed, and performs other assigned duties while complying with applicable policies and standards.

This is a hybrid role based at SanMar’s Eastpointe office in Issaquah, Washington. Employees work in the office Tuesday through Thursday each week, with additional office days possible based on business needs. Standard working hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PST, and periodic travel may be required. The job involves extended periods sitting and working on a computer, keyboarding and using standard office equipment, close visual work, and occasional standing, walking, reaching, and lifting or moving items weighing up to 10–15 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be available.

Requirements

• Six or more years of applicable work experience or equivalent education.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions with little supervision.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Responsiveness to staff needs, with professionalism, respect, and consideration for others.
• Flexibility and ability to adapt quickly to changes in the work environment.
• Ability to work under pressure within a time frame.

Responsibilities

• Accurately analyze and forecast style, color, and size demand for specific product categories.
• Manage monthly projections and adjustments.
• Manage and develop orders to support target inventory depth and flow plans.
• Review the website to ensure product descriptions and other information are presented accurately.
• Respond proactively to business changes and work with internal and external partners to replenish inventory as quickly as possible.
• Partner with the Production Planning Assistant to monitor orders and expedite them as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus eligibility of up to 10% of base salary.
• Paid time off accrued bi-weekly based on hours worked, up to 112 hours per year to start.
• Eight paid holidays and one paid family day off.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) plan with a dollar-for-dollar match up to 4% of earnings, matched and vested at every pay cycle.
• Life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid maternity and paternity leave.
• Pet insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed