Job Title: Demand Planning Assistant (Entry-Level | Recent Grads Welcome!)🌟 Launch Your Career in Supply Chain! Are you an early grad with a passion for data, planning, and making things run smoothly? Join our fast-paced food manufacturing team as a Demand Planning Assistant, where you'll help forecast product demand and support inventory decisions that keep our supply chain humming. Job Description As a Demand Planning Assistant, you’ll work closely with our supply chain and inventory teams to support accurate forecasting and planning. This entry-level role is ideal for recent grads looking to build a career in supply chain management, demand planning, or operations within the food manufacturing industry. Responsibilities + Assist in forecasting product demand across multiple categories using historical data and market trends + Support inventory planning to ensure optimal stock levels and minimize waste + Collaborate with production, procurement, and logistics teams to align supply with demand + Monitor inventory levels and flag potential shortages or overstock situations + Help maintain and update planning tools and ERP systems (SAP preferred) + Prepare reports and dashboards to track forecast accuracy and inventory performance + Participate in weekly planning meetings and contribute insights from data analysis + Learn and apply best practices in demand planning and supply chain operations Top Skills You’ll Use & Develop + Supply Chain Fundamentals + Forecasting Techniques + Inventory Management + ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) + Excel & Data Analysis + Cross-functional Collaboration Qualifications + Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Economics, or related field + Strong analytical and organizational skills + Proficiency in MS Excel (pivot tables, v-lookups, etc.) + Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP preferred, not required) + Excellent communication and teamwork abilities + Eagerness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment Experience Level + Entry-Level — Perfect for recent grads or candidates with up to 1 year of experience + Internship or coursework in supply chain or forecasting is a plus Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Ontario,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2025. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.