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Fanatics · 2 months ago

Materials Planner - Apparel

1440 Dutch Valley Pl NE, Atlanta, GA, 30324, US

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform, and they are seeking a highly organized and analytical Materials Planner to join their Supply Chain team. This role is crucial for ensuring that raw materials are forecasted, sourced, and delivered on time to meet product development and production schedules.

eSportsManufacturingRetailSporting GoodsSports

Responsibilities

Translate seasonal product forecasts and line plans into raw material demand plans by SKU, style, and vendor

Analyze historical usage data and trends to maintain accurate material forecasts and inventory levels

Monitor forecast accuracy and recommend adjustments as needed

Track material deliveries and proactively resolve delays or issues with vendors or logistics teams

Maintain up-to-date records of material commitments, deliveries, and inventory levels in internal systems

Ensure optimal inventory levels of materials to support production without overstocking

Identify and help mitigate risks related to material shortages, excess, or obsolescence

Collaborate with sourcing and merchandising teams to manage raw material liabilities and support inventory clean-up efforts

Communicate material needs and delivery timelines to suppliers and mills

Support vendor performance tracking and issue resolution (e.g., quality concerns, late shipments)

Coordinate sample yardage and bulk fabric needs with design and development teams

Partner with design, merchandising, sourcing, and production teams to ensure materials are aligned with product timelines and costing targets

Participate in seasonal calendar meetings and pre-production checkpoints

Maintain accurate material data in ERP/PLM systems (e.g., item master data, lead times, costs)

Run regular reports to support planning decisions and provide visibility to stakeholders

Qualification

Materials PlanningData ManagementERP/PLM SystemsMicrosoft ExcelVendor CoordinationAnalytical SkillsAttention to DetailOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaborationProblem Solving