Supply & Inventory Planner (Contract)

Ariat International • San Leandro, CA

22d • $43 - $48 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are excited to add a Supply & Inventory Planner to the Ariat team. The Supply & Inventory Planner ensures product availability across all channels by translating demand forecasts into actionable supply plans and inventory strategies. This role manages purchase order execution, inventory deployment, and channel-level inventory health to support revenue, margin, and service goals for Ariat's multi-channel business.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in supply planning, inventory planning, or related operations role; apparel/footwear experience preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and inventory planning tools.
• Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail, follow-through, and execution discipline.
• Ability to synthesize data, identify risks, and communicate clearly across teams.

Responsibilities

• Driving Supply Planning Execution:
• Converting approved demand forecasts into executable supply plans that factor in lead times, MOQs, and vendor capacity.
• Collaborating with vendors, sourcing, and factories to ensure timely production and shipment of inventory.
• Monitoring production status and aligning supply timing with product launches, delivery calendars, and seasonal needs.
• Optimizing Inventory Management:
• Optimizing inventory levels across distribution centers, channels (wholesale, retail, e-commerce), and product categories.
• Managing safety stock policies, reorder points, and ongoing replenishment strategies.
• Identifying closeout, excess, and aging inventory risks; recommending mitigation actions such as reflows, transfers, or markdowns.
• Aligning Channels & Cross-Functional Partners:
• Partnering with Retail, E-Commerce, and Wholesale planners to understand unique inventory requirements, selling patterns, and timing constraints.
• Coordinating constrained product allocation decisions and cross-channel prioritization.
• Maintaining visibility to on-hand and in-transit inventory and communicating risks, delays, or upside opportunities.
• Enhancing Systems, Data, & Reporting:
• Managing supply and inventory data across planning systems and ERP tools.
• Tracking key KPIs such as inventory turns, weeks of supply, fill rate, and stock-to-sales ratios.
• Producing weekly and monthly reporting on supply health, service levels, and inventory performance.
• Leading Cross-Functional Collaboration & S&OP Support:
• Working closely with Demand Planning, Merchandising, Logistics, and Sourcing to align on inventory priorities and build a cohesive supply strategy.
• Supporting S&OP by providing supply signals, production constraints, and fulfillment timelines to drive aligned decision-making.

Benefits

• This contract position may be eligible for select benefits through the payrolling agency. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance options and 401k.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees