When you work at Transition you are more than an employee, you are a highly valued part of the team. We pride ourselves on providing a fun and flexible work environment that fosters creativity and connection with the people around you. Located in beautiful Bellingham Washington, our freshly built headquarters is just minutes away from miles and miles of incredible singletrack. What more could you ask for?
Transition Bikes is looking for a Purchasing and Demand Planner to join our team in Bellingham, WA. In this role, you'll forecast demand, manage purchase orders, and coordinate with suppliers to keep production on track. You'll play a key part in maintaining healthy inventory levels, supporting smooth product launches, and helping teams stay ahead of customer needs. This position sits at the center of our supply chain, connecting data, vendors, and teams across the company to keep things rolling.
WHO YOU ARE
You are a detail-oriented planner with a strong focus on accuracy and follow-through. You thrive in roles where data, organization, and communication intersect, and you take pride in keeping complex processes moving smoothly. You are comfortable working with numbers, systems, and people, balancing analysis with collaboration. You stay proactive when timelines shift, adaptable when priorities change, and always keep the bigger picture in mind while handling the day-to-day details.
JOB DUTIES
Demand Planning:
Gather, analyze, and create forecasts to anticipate demand for our full lineup of bikes, parts, and accessories
Collaborate with suppliers on delivery schedules and production capacity planning
Analyze market trends and seasonal patterns to suggest improvements to our overall production process
Reporting:
Create and distribute regular reports to cross-departmental stakeholders
Identify slow-moving inventory and develop liquidation strategies through the S&OP process
Monitor our results against our expectations
Catalog Maintenance:
Audit and ensure the accuracy and compliance of our product database details
Create and maintain our price list — validate data accuracy while performing data entry into our ERP
Purchasing:
Place and maintain POs to vendors
Monitor and update the status of our production schedule
Maintain appropriate allocation of our catalog across all sales channels
Communicate with vendors to ensure accurate delivery
Logistics:
Arrange inbound freight and logistics
Maintain accurate logistics data in ERP system
Develop contingency plans for supply chain disruptions
Inventory Maintenance:
Monitor inventory levels to ensure the product catalog is accurate
Perform stock transfers and part number assignments as necessary to support the organization
Monitor and optimize inventory carrying costs
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
A college degree or equivalent life experience
Strong computer skills, with expertise in Microsoft Excel, and the ability to quickly learn new ERP systems
Experience in data analysis and forecasting
Familiarity with the bicycle industry supply chain
A valid passport and willingness to travel as needed
A clean driver's license
Strong written and verbal communication skills
BENEFITS AT A GLANCE
Health & Protection: Excellent health, dental, and vision coverage for employees, plus fully paid Aflac accident insurance to keep you covered on and off the bike
Vacation Time: Ample time off designed to support both work and life outside the office
Future Savings: Retirement savings with employer matching to help you plan ahead
Employee Discounts: Heavy discounts on the bikes and gear we produce, along with great deals on industry-related equipment
Culture & Community: A flexible, work-hard-play-hard environment with monthly rides, team lunches, and an annual company trip where we shut down the office for a few days to ride together
Giving Back: Opportunities to contribute to trail-building and community projects that support the sport we all love
WHY TRANSITION
We're a rider-owned, rider-driven company that builds bikes we love to ride and a culture we're proud to be part of. At TR, you'll find a collaborative crew that values transparency and a work-hard-play-hard approach.
We know that not everyone checks every single box, and that's okay. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't perfectly match the description.
Transition Bikes is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
If this role feels like the right fit, we strongly encourage you to apply and look forward to hearing from you.
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