Purchasing & Inventory Planner

Join our team as a Purchasing & Inventory Planner, supporting the smooth flow of products through effective planning, purchasing and supplier coordination. You will work closely with suppliers and internal teams to help ensure products are delivered on time and meet business needs. What You’ll Do: Schedule inventory replenishment to support customer demand and maintain appropriate stock levels. Handle purchase orders and coordinate production and delivery with printers, manufacturers and suppliers. Collaborate with the Forecast Manager to review and refine forecasts. Obtain quotations to support cost and price comparisons. Supervise open orders, production schedules and deliveries, proactively following up on delays or shortages. Work with suppliers and internal teams to resolve production, quality, cost and delivery issues. Maintain accurate purchasing, inventory and production information in ERP systems. What We’re Looking For: Proficiency in Korean and English, both written and spoken, is required. A degree in Business, Supply Chain or a related field, or equivalent experience. 1–3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, production planning, supply chain or a related area preferred. Experience with suppliers, printing, manufacturing or publishing is an advantage. Good Excel skills and experience with Oracle JD Edwards, SAP, or other ERP system. Organized, detail-oriented and comfortable managing multiple priorities. Proactive, with good communication and problem-solving skills. About Cengage Group Cengage, a global edtech company, supports learners, educators and institutions across more than 100 countries. With products serving nearly 16 million digital users across the Higher Education, School, Work and English Language Learning markets, we’ve built a learning ecosystem that connects education to employment. We combine trusted content, AI-powered insights and scalable digital platforms to power learning for every future and drive meaningful outcomes at every stage of the learning journey. We believe in the power and joy of learning At Cengage Group, our employees have a direct impact in helping students around the world discover the power and joy of learning. We are bonded by our shared purpose – driving innovation that helps millions of learners improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education. Our culture values diversity, engagement, and discovery Our business is driven by our strong culture, and we know that creating an inclusive and diverse workplace is essential to the success of our company and our learners, as well as our individual well-being. We recognize the value of diverse perspectives in everything we do and strive to ensure employees of all levels and backgrounds feel empowered to voice their ideas and bring their authentic selves to work. We achieve these priorities through inclusive programs, benefits, and initiatives that are integrated into the fabric of how we work every day.