Inventory Planner

Job Description

We are thrilled to advertise the Inventory Planner position for the Wonderfield Distribution (AFCDC)!

Business Overview

The Wonderfield Group is owned by Zensho Holdings, the leading food service company in Japan with a market capitalization of over $5.5billion and whose aim is to become the world’s largest food company, a position from which we can eradicate hunger and poverty from around the globe. Wonderfield operates restaurants, factories, and thousands of sushi kiosks and has recently built a successful cut fruit business, Snowfruit. Wonderfield enjoys annual sales of over $2.5billion and EBITDA in excess of $140m a year with an ambitious growth trajectory.

Key Responsibilities

Inventory Planning & Replenishment

• Analyze historical sales, demand trends, seasonality, and forecasts to determine replenishment requirements.
• Create, release, and manage purchase orders based on inventory targets, lead times, and forecasted demand.
• Monitor open purchase orders and proactively address changes in demand, supply delays, or capacity constraints.
• Optimize order quantities and timing to balance service levels, inventory turns, and cash flow.
• Analyze inventory positions across all distribution centers and 3PL locations to identify transfer opportunities.
• Create and manage inventory transfer orders to rebalance inventory across the network.
• Coordinate with warehouse, transportation, and 3PL teams to execute transfers efficiently.
• Track transfer performance and resolve variances or delays.

Inventory Analysis & Performance Monitoring

• Monitor key inventory metrics including days on hand, inventory turns, fill rates, and aging inventory.
• Identify and escalate risks related to stockouts, excess inventory, slow-moving items, and expiration.
• Provide analytical insights and recommendations to improve inventory availability and efficiency.
• Support ongoing forecasting and demand planning activities through data analysis.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies between ERP systems, warehouses, and 3PL partners.
• Perform root cause analysis related to receiving, shipping, transfers, and system transactions.
• Process inventory adjustments in the ERP system following established controls.
• Perform and support physical inventory counts and cycle counts at the headquarters warehouse.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Projects

• Partner with Purchasing, Operations, Sales, Finance, and Warehouse teams to align inventory plans with business needs.
• Participate in cross-functional supply chain projects rather than operating in silos.
• Support network changes, including new distribution centers, 3PL transitions, or process improvements.
• Communicate inventory risks, trends, and recommendations clearly to stakeholders.

Process Improvement & Adaptability

• Identify opportunities to improve forecasting accuracy, replenishment logic, and transfer planning.
• Support enhancements to ERP systems, reporting tools, and inventory planning processes.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in response to changing priorities, demand variability, and operational challenges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5 years of experience in inventory planning, replenishment, or supply chain analytics.
• Experience in the food industry.
• Strong experience using ERP systems to create purchase orders and inventory transfer orders.
• Experience managing inventory across multiple distribution centers and/or 3PL partners.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, lookups); experience with inventory reporting and analysis.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with a data-driven mindset.
• Deep understanding of food supply chain dynamics, including shelf life, rotation, and perishability.
• Ability to translate data into actionable replenishment and transfer decisions.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
• High attention to detail and ownership of inventory accuracy.
• Flexible and adaptable to change in a fast-paced environment.
• Organized, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities independently.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

What’s On the Menu for You? (Compensation & Benefits)

We don’t just serve fresh sushi; we serve fresh opportunities!

Here’s a taste of what you can expect:

• Competitive Pay Package (see salary range listed)
• Annual Bonus Opportunity (Discretionary) – up to 5% of base salary
• Competitive Health & Wellness Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance -100% covered by AFC for employee only coverage)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays including a Floating Holiday to celebrate your birthday
• Special Employee Anniversary Milestone Gift
• Other Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus
• A friendly & positive work culture which inspires collaboration, recognizes accomplishments, and fosters continuous growth, creating not just a workplace, but a community where people truly thrive.

Location: On-site

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Food industry: 4 years (Preferred)
• Inventory control: 3 years (Required)
• Supply chain analytics: 3 years (Required)
• ERP systems: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Rancho Dominguez, CA 90220 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $3 - $140