Assistant Inventory Planner
Emeryville, California | Contract | $28.00 - $30.00
February 27, 2026 | Job ID: 2189245
Job Summary
Assistant Inventory Planner
Emeryville, CA - Hybrid
You are an Assistant Inventory Planner who plays a critical, hands-on role in managing merchandise distribution to support company plans and maximize store performance. This position partners closely with Planning, Purchasing, Distribution, and Store teams to ensure optimal inventory levels, strong code life, minimized markdowns, and maximized inventory turns. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, exercises sound judgment, and brings analytical rigor and positive energy to cross-functional collaboration.
This position pays: $28.00 to $30.00 per hour
What you will be doing:
- Execute strategic product distribution to stores to maximize turns and profitability
- Analyze store-level data to identify trends and recommend actionable improvements
- Manage seasonal distributions in partnership with Planning and Purchasing teams
- Monitor warehouse inventory, including aged and expiring products, and take appropriate action
- Support new store openings by building an optimal inventory mix with cross-functional partners
- Manage store distribution groups based on volume, demographics, sales trends, and location
- Own cross-functional communication regarding product sales, inventory position, and distribution strategies
- Present analytics and inventory reports to various levels of management
- Review in-stock positions for MTO items weekly with planners and buyers
- Assist buyers with inventory updates, including code date and potential risk items
- Execute profitable entrance and exit strategies for new, seasonal, and replacement programs
- Participate in cross-functional meetings and contribute to distribution strategy discussions
- Visit stores and warehouses as needed to support operational effectiveness
What you bring:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Confidence making sound decisions with limited information
- Intermediate Excel skills preferred
- Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, and schedule-based instructions
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams
- Entrepreneurial mindset with ownership over assigned categories
- Positive attitude, resourcefulness, and a drive to achieve strong business outcomes
To learn more about the workplace culture and the position, please apply!
For over 50 years, Nelson Connects has empowered employers and job seekers to achieve their unique versions of success. Our commitment to excellence, integrity, compassion, and innovation has made us a trusted partner in connecting jobs, people, and communities. The remarkably talented and dedicated people of Nelson Connects are building on the rich history of this company to define the future of our industry, and we can’t wait to work with you.
We are Nelson Connects, and our purpose is your success.
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Rick Croteau
Sr. Recruiting Manager
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To learn more about the workplace culture and the position, please apply!
For over 50 years, Nelson Connects has empowered employers and job seekers to achieve their unique versions of success. Our commitment to excellence, integrity, compassion, and innovation has made us a trusted partner in connecting jobs, people, and communities. The remarkably talented and dedicated people of Nelson Connects are building on the rich history of this company to define the future of our industry, and we can’t wait to work with you.
We are Nelson Connects, and our purpose is your success.
Company Description
If you’re looking for a new opportunity, the recruiting and staffing experts at Nelson Connects can help. We work with companies of all types and sizes across all industries. We help people like you find exciting roles with employers ranging from Fortune 100 companies, government, and nonprofit organizations to local businesses, industry leaders, and the most agile start-ups. The candidates we work with appreciate our responsive approach, genuine relationships, and exceptional service. With a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and credibility, we look forward to our work every day and are excited to help you find the right next step in your career.
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Nelson Connects provides compensation ranges for all job postings in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency laws. The compensation range listed represents a good faith estimate of base pay at the time of posting for the specific position and work location, or locations where the role may be performed.
Eligible temporary associates may have access to medical, dental, vision, HSA, EAP, life/AD&D, short-term disability, 401(k) retirement plan options, commuter benefits, paid sick leave where mandated, and other state or locally required benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.
Where applicable, postings will describe any additional benefits, paid leave, bonus or incentive opportunities, commissions, and other forms of compensation specific to that position. Actual compensation offered may vary based on skills, experience, worksite location, shift, and other legitimate business factors.
Fair Chance Hiring
Nelson Connects will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local fair chance and ban-the-box laws.
Temporary Assignment Disclosure
For temporary or temporary-to-hire assignments, the job posting will identify the worksite location, anticipated schedule, pay rate or range, nature of the assignment, and other information required under applicable state or local law.
Equal Employment Opportunity & Accommodation
Nelson Connects is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under applicable law.
At Nelson Connects, we welcome applicants of all abilities and are committed to ensuring that every aspect of our hiring and interview process is accessible and supportive. If you require a reasonable accommodation to assist in your job search or application process, please contact us at peopleoperations@nelsonconnects.com for assistance.
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