Description

Planning Manager – Scosche Industries

Join an award-winning, innovative brand shaping the future of mobile accessories!

Scosche Industries is a multi-award-winning consumer technology accessory company, proudly family-owned and operated in California since 1980. Our mission is to design and deliver world-class, sustainably responsible mobile accessories that connect people and technology seamlessly. We’re recognized as the #1 Mount and #1 FM Transmitter Brand in the U.S., and we’re just getting started.

We’re looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Planning Manager to join our growing team. This role is an exciting opportunity for a results-driven professional to lead improvements in our supply chain operations, optimize planning systems, and shape the future of how we serve our customers across multiple locations.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the development and enhancement of business processes, serving as the subject matter expert for continuous improvements across the planning environment.
• Drive proactive planning strategies to optimize inventory, boost service levels, and streamline supply chain efficiency.
• Champion demand management and statistical forecasting improvements, ensuring accuracy and visibility across departments.
• Analyze and maintain demand for specific accounts, identifying gaps between forecasted and actual sales to keep replenishment plans on target.
• Inspire and mentor the planning team, fostering growth, accountability, and a culture of collaboration.
• Develop and implement KPIs to monitor performance and identify operational opportunities.
• Own all aspects of the planning system (John Galt/DM), leading upgrades, training sessions, and ensuring accuracy in safety stock levels and lead times.
• Manage inventory balance between distribution centers to achieve high service levels while minimizing stock and transportation costs.
• Lead and execute cross-functional projects with minimal supervision, effectively managing timelines and stakeholder communication.
• Oversee all SKU management, ensuring transparency in product availability and communicating supply chain updates to senior management.
• Facilitate alignment discussions when demand exceeds supply, collaborating across teams to close supply-demand gaps.
• Maintain materials lifecycle status in ERP systems and provide supply visibility to sales and marketing.
• Perform multi-site and multi-level planning to align supplier capacity and internal objectives.
• Partner closely with sales, accounting, fulfillment, and IT teams to develop innovative, data-driven solutions that drive efficiency and profitability.

Requirements

What You Bring

• 10 years of planning experience in a distribution environment with strong understanding of ERP systems and planning processes.
• Proven leadership experience in consumer electronics, consumer goods, or retail distribution.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, or related field (PMP or similar certification a plus).
• 3–5 years of retail experience in inventory, buying, logistics, or supply chain management.
• 2–4 years in supply chain improvement, financial analysis, or strategic planning.
• Expert-level skills in Google Sheets and advanced Excel.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to develop and present compelling business cases to leadership.
• Confident communicator with excellent presentation and interpersonal skills.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Opportunities for professional growth, innovation, and leadership.
• A dynamic, collaborative team environment with a strong culture of excellence and creativity.
• If you’re passionate about supply chain optimization, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are ready to make a measurable impact, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in shaping the future of Scosche Industries!
• No agencies, please.

Salary : $110,000 - $135,000