Replenishment Planning Coordinator

Inventory Allocation & Replenishment

• Review inventory positions and allocate product across regional Distribution Centers and sales channels based on business needs.
• Monitor reports including OBS, SKU Flow Details, Out-of-Stock reports, backorders, and other supply planning tools.
• Initiate shop orders and inter-plant transfers (IPTs) based on forecast and replenishment signals.
• Recommend shipment methods when necessary to support inventory needs and timing.
• Balance inventory across channels to support equitable out-of-stock dates and product availability.
• Support smooth inventory transitions during MPN/part-number conversions.
• Partner with Production and DC leadership to identify capacity constraints and prioritize inventory needs.
• Support inventory requirements for store openings, year-end allocations, promotions, and liquidation efforts.

Purchase Orders & Systems

• Issue purchase orders as directed by Supply leadership.
• Maintain purchase order due dates in Oracle using information provided by vendors and AGHK.
• Partner with Supply Analysts to ensure information within Oracle PRP1 is accurate.
• Support promotional and Marketing activities by reviewing and balancing inventory across necessary locations and ownerships.

Cross-Functional Support

• Serve as a point of contact for Distribution Centers and prepping teams to streamline communication.
• Partner with Floor Scheduling on rework projects, MPN conversions, pricing changes, and other inventory needs.
• Provide administrative and reporting support to Supply Analysts as needed.
• Collaborate with other Coordinators and Supply Analysts to share best practices and improve processes.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in operations, supply chain, distribution, inventory management, or a related area.
• Working knowledge of Materials Requirements Planning (MRP), distribution, and supply chain processes.
• Strong Excel skills required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond quickly to changing business needs.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to understand inventory movement and track products throughout the supply chain.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively across Supply Planning, Distribution, Production, Marketing, and other business functions.
• Comfortable identifying issues, escalating concerns, and recommending solutions.
• Strong customer-service mindset when supporting retail, direct-to-consumer, and internal operations teams.
• Professional presence with the ability to represent the department in meetings and advocate for business needs.

What It’s Like to Work Here:

We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower the next generation to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

• We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
• We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
• We execute: We are a performance driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best in class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Who We Are:

Mattel is a leading global toy company and owner of one of the strongest catalogs of children’s and family entertainment franchises in the world. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain and develop children through play. We engage consumers through our portfolio of iconic brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO and MEGA, as well as other popular intellectual properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include film and television content, gaming, music and live events. We operate in 35 locations and our products are available in more than 150 countries in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering children to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

Mattel is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers including minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and those of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

The pay range for this position is between $27.4 and $30 per hour. The pay range is indicative of projected hiring range, however base pay will be determined based on a candidate’s work location, skills and experience. Mattel offers competitive total pay programs, comprehensive benefits, and resources to help empower a culture where every employee can reach their full potential.

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