Planning Allocation Specialist

MAIN FUNCTION:

• Manage the allocation of materials from vendor to customer

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in related profession
• 2-4 years’ related experience
• Ability to work in a team environment 
• Effective communication skills, including ability to communicate effectively in with all levels of staff
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Highly organized
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office package

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

• Planning
• Operations/Logistics
• Marketing/Sales
• Finance
• Customer Service

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Coordinate with Logistics, Operations, Production Control, and Planning teams to ensure timely product readiness and a smooth daily shipping process.
• Allocate shipments from PNY NJ and third-party logistics (3PL) warehouses, and manage inventory transfers and repacks as needed.
• Prepare and distribute Proforma Invoices while coordinating product flow from Contract Manufacturers to regional distribution centers.
• Generate and distribute Proforma Invoices for international shipments.
• Manage daily incoming receipts and allocate inventory to fulfill open and high-priority orders, overseeing the full order lifecycle.
• Monitor and maintain the order backlog, providing timely updates to Customer Service and Sales, and reporting shortages for partially reserved sales orders.
• Fulfill internal order requests, including those for Sales/Marketing accommodations, product prototypes, and evaluation units.
• Act as a liaison across Planning, Manufacturing, and Operations teams to align on production schedules, material availability, and capacity planning.

COMPENSATION:

The base salary range for this position is $62,000 to $70,000; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget.

BENEFITS OVERVIEW:

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D coverage, short- and long-term disability, a 401(k) retirement plan, annual discretionary salary increases and bonuses. Employees receive paid company holidays, paid time off, and access to company-paid training. Optional benefits include tuition reimbursement, a 529 college savings plan, pet insurance, legal and ID theft coverage, and other voluntary insurance plans.