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Assistant Production Planner

Carlsbad, CA, usFull-time$64k–$79k2026-10-26 → 2026-11-11

Core

Entry-level individual contributor supporting operational details in apparel production, including purchase order administration, WIP maintenance, cost validation, and vendor communication.

Role type

entry-level IC assistant production planner

Builds

purchase orders, WIP data, cost reports, and vendor documentation for athletic apparel

Domain

apparel manufacturing and supply chain

Deliverable

production features

Required skills

PO administration, WIP data maintenance, cost validation, data discrepancy resolution, vendor communication, ad hoc reporting, ERP system usage, Microsoft Excel proficiency

Preferred skills

ERP platform experience (Microsoft Dynamics 365, SharePoint), prior experience in production/sourcing/supply chain/operations/retail/apparel

Technologies

Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Dynamics 365, SharePoint

Responsibilities

Own PO administration (uploads, closeouts, updates), monitor PO status and resolve exceptions, maintain WIP data across systems, support cost validation and invoice corrections, review data discrepancies and notify vendors, complete ad hoc reporting and system updates, partner with planners and cross-functional teams

Seniority

Entry-level, hands-on IC