Planner Jobs in Connecticut
Planner jobs in Connecticut concentrate in municipal and regional government, transportation and infrastructure, environmental planning, and corporate supply chain and operations, with demand at every level from entry-level associate planner to senior program and project director. Hartford, Stamford, and New Haven are the state's primary hiring hubs, where employers such as the Connecticut Department of Transportation, Eversource Energy, and Yale New Haven Health regularly recruit planners. Urban planning, supply chain planning, and environmental and land use specialties see the most consistent openings across the state. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Working closely with Demand Planning, Vendor Relations, and DC Operations, the Supply Planner utilizes replenishment tools (StocQ, Sigma) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to generate purchase orders, track inbound shipments, manage coverstock and transfers, and maintain data hygiene. This position plays a critical operational role in supporting company growth, including the expansion of inventory positioning for our new Jacksonville, FL distribution center and multi-facility SKU-Site management across CT, AZ, and FL.
FCP Euro is an online automotive parts retailer headquartered in Milford, Connecticut. FCP stands for "Foreign Car Parts," and we specialize in replacement parts for European vehicles. In the past 10 years, FCP Euro has earned a spot on the Inc. 5000 fastest-growing private companies list eight times. Customer service is deeply rooted in our core values. FCP Euro is a customer and technology company, and this unique blended culture has yielded outstanding results worthy of reward and recognition. We are devoted to developing and maintaining user-friendly and accurate automotive catalogs. We have an incredible enthusiasm for what we do, and we are always looking for ways to grow, learn, and improve.
Responsibilities & Duties:
Execute Replenishment & StockIQ OptimizationExecute purchase orders to achieve customer availability while minimizing inventory holding costs and preserving margin. Continuously monitor and calibrate system parameters within StockIQ, including Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ), Economic Order Quantity (EOQ), safety stock targets, and lead times. Proactively manage inventory balancing and maintain high availability for priority SKUs, coordinating reorder cadences with Demand Planning input.
Enhance Supplier Collaboration & CPFR Execution
Establish collaborative relationships with assigned strategic suppliers to anticipate and prevent supply disruptions. Execute Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment (CPFR) touchpoints in alignment with departmental guidelines. Perform root-cause analysis on supplier On-Time In-Full (OTIF) delivery failures and lead-time variances, and execute coverstock orders or expedited freight solutions to protect customer fulfillment when primary supply lines face delays.
Optimize Multi-Node Inventory Flow & Network Balancing
Manage multi-site inventory positioning and stock allocation across all fulfillment nodes, including Connecticut, Arizona, and the new Jacksonville, FL distribution center. Direct supply planning execution for the Jacksonville DC launch, scaling operations to manage a 50% increase in network SKU-Site combinations. Execute warehouse-to-warehouse inventory transfer recommendations to resolve localized backorders, optimize regional asset utilization, and reduce out-of-region freight expenses.
Maintain System Hygiene & Process Execution
Drive operational discipline by executing standardized department SOPs, including Open PO Hygiene, Rec Sheet updates, and system-wide reconciliation between StockIQ, Coresense ERP, and Sigma BI dashboards. Conduct monthly PO clean-up logic to close aged or inactive purchase orders, clear legacy system noise, and escalate problem SKUs or vendor performance issues to leadership. Support product lifecycle execution, including New Product Introductions (NPI) and SKU rationalization.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Professional Experience: 4+ years of hands-on experience in supply planning, inventory management, purchasing, or replenishment within a multi-site retail, e-commerce, or automotive distribution environment.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
- Analytical & Data Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, conditional logic) paired with hands-on experience utilizing business intelligence dashboards (Sigma BI) and replenishment platforms (StockIQ) to analyze large inventory datasets, spot supply trends, and drive data-backed decisions.
- Multi-Node Operations: Solid understanding of multi-facility inventory allocation, warehouse transfer mechanics, safety stock positioning, and regional distribution dynamics across expanding fulfillment networks.
- Process Discipline & SOP Execution: Proven track record executing standardized supply planning procedures, managing Open PO hygiene, updating Rec Sheets, and maintaining high data integrity across ERP and planning tools.
- Communication & Collaboration: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to maintain productive relationships with global suppliers and collaborate cross-functionally with Demand Planning, Vendor Relations, and DC Operations.
- Company-subsidized Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, including a zero-premium Medical plan for employees. Company HSA contribution.
- 120 hours of PTO (Paid Time Off), 40 hours of Paid Sick Time, plus Company Holidays 401k with Company deposit and match.
- Discounted prices on our catalog of European car parts!
This is an exempt salaried role with a base salary of $80,000 - $120,000 depending on experience, with a total compensation opportunity of $87,500 - $131,200 annually.
FCP Euro provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, cultural heritage, ancestry, political belief, age, marital status, family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, intellectual disability, learning disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by the law.
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Working closely with Demand Planning, Vendor Relations, and DC Operations, the Supply Planner utilizes replenishment tools (StocQ, Sigma) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to generate purchase orders, track inbound shipments, manage coverstock and transfers, and maintain data hygiene. This position plays a critical operational role in supporting company growth, including the expansion of inventory positioning for our new Jacksonville, FL distribution center and multi-facility SKU-Site management across CT, AZ, and FL.
FCP Euro is an online automotive parts retailer headquartered in Milford, Connecticut. FCP stands for "Foreign Car Parts," and we specialize in replacement parts for European vehicles. In the past 10 years, FCP Euro has earned a spot on the Inc. 5000 fastest-growing private companies list eight times. Customer service is deeply rooted in our core values. FCP Euro is a customer and technology company, and this unique blended culture has yielded outstanding results worthy of reward and recognition. We are devoted to developing and maintaining user-friendly and accurate automotive catalogs. We have an incredible enthusiasm for what we do, and we are always looking for ways to grow, learn, and improve.
Responsibilities & Duties:
Execute Replenishment & StockIQ OptimizationExecute purchase orders to achieve customer availability while minimizing inventory holding costs and preserving margin. Continuously monitor and calibrate system parameters within StockIQ, including Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ), Economic Order Quantity (EOQ), safety stock targets, and lead times. Proactively manage inventory balancing and maintain high availability for priority SKUs, coordinating reorder cadences with Demand Planning input.
Enhance Supplier Collaboration & CPFR Execution
Establish collaborative relationships with assigned strategic suppliers to anticipate and prevent supply disruptions. Execute Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment (CPFR) touchpoints in alignment with departmental guidelines. Perform root-cause analysis on supplier On-Time In-Full (OTIF) delivery failures and lead-time variances, and execute coverstock orders or expedited freight solutions to protect customer fulfillment when primary supply lines face delays.
Optimize Multi-Node Inventory Flow & Network Balancing
Manage multi-site inventory positioning and stock allocation across all fulfillment nodes, including Connecticut, Arizona, and the new Jacksonville, FL distribution center. Direct supply planning execution for the Jacksonville DC launch, scaling operations to manage a 50% increase in network SKU-Site combinations. Execute warehouse-to-warehouse inventory transfer recommendations to resolve localized backorders, optimize regional asset utilization, and reduce out-of-region freight expenses.
Maintain System Hygiene & Process Execution
Drive operational discipline by executing standardized department SOPs, including Open PO Hygiene, Rec Sheet updates, and system-wide reconciliation between StockIQ, Coresense ERP, and Sigma BI dashboards. Conduct monthly PO clean-up logic to close aged or inactive purchase orders, clear legacy system noise, and escalate problem SKUs or vendor performance issues to leadership. Support product lifecycle execution, including New Product Introductions (NPI) and SKU rationalization.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Professional Experience: 4+ years of hands-on experience in supply planning, inventory management, purchasing, or replenishment within a multi-site retail, e-commerce, or automotive distribution environment.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
- Analytical & Data Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, conditional logic) paired with hands-on experience utilizing business intelligence dashboards (Sigma BI) and replenishment platforms (StockIQ) to analyze large inventory datasets, spot supply trends, and drive data-backed decisions.
- Multi-Node Operations: Solid understanding of multi-facility inventory allocation, warehouse transfer mechanics, safety stock positioning, and regional distribution dynamics across expanding fulfillment networks.
- Process Discipline & SOP Execution: Proven track record executing standardized supply planning procedures, managing Open PO hygiene, updating Rec Sheets, and maintaining high data integrity across ERP and planning tools.
- Communication & Collaboration: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to maintain productive relationships with global suppliers and collaborate cross-functionally with Demand Planning, Vendor Relations, and DC Operations.
- Company-subsidized Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, including a zero-premium Medical plan for employees. Company HSA contribution.
- 120 hours of PTO (Paid Time Off), 40 hours of Paid Sick Time, plus Company Holidays 401k with Company deposit and match.
- Discounted prices on our catalog of European car parts!
This is an exempt salaried role with a base salary of $80,000 - $120,000 depending on experience, with a total compensation opportunity of $87,500 - $131,200 annually.
FCP Euro provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, cultural heritage, ancestry, political belief, age, marital status, family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, intellectual disability, learning disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by the law.
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The qualifications that appear most often in planner jobs across Connecticut.
- Bachelor's degree in urban planning, public policy, or a closely related field required
- American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification preferred or required for senior roles
- Proficiency in GIS software such as Esri ArcGIS for mapping and spatial analysis
- Demonstrated experience with Connecticut zoning regulations, municipal codes, or state land use statutes
- Strong written and oral communication skills for public presentations and agency reports
- Experience coordinating with Connecticut state agencies, municipalities, or regional planning organizations
Planner Jobs in Connecticut: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a planner in Connecticut?
Most planner roles in Connecticut start with a bachelor's degree in urban planning, public policy, environmental studies, or a related field, though many municipal and senior positions prefer or require a master's degree in urban or regional planning. Connecticut does not issue a state-level planner license, but the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) credential, administered by the American Planning Association, is the recognized professional standard that Connecticut employers expect for advancement into project lead and senior roles.
Which companies hire planners in Connecticut?
Employers hiring planners in Connecticut right now include Pratt & Whitney, ASML, and CAPITOL REGION COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Connecticut's mix of state agencies, regional planning organizations, utility companies, and large anchor institutions such as hospitals and universities means demand comes from both the public and private sectors.
Which Connecticut cities have the most planner jobs?
East Hartford, Hartford, and Stamford account for the largest share of planner openings in Connecticut. Hartford drives volume through state agency headquarters and regional planning organizations, Stamford attracts corporate supply chain and operations planning roles tied to its concentration of large company offices, and New Haven generates openings through Yale's institutional planning and city government activity.
Are there remote planner jobs in Connecticut?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since many planner roles involve site visits, public hearings, and in-person agency coordination. About 48% of planner openings tied to Connecticut are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common. Supply chain and corporate operations planning roles tend to offer more remote flexibility than municipal or land use positions that require physical presence at Connecticut sites.
How can I get hired as a planner in Connecticut with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for associate planner or planning technician roles at Connecticut's regional planning organizations, such as the Capitol Region Council of Governments or the South Central Regional Council of Governments, which regularly bring on early-career candidates. Internships with Connecticut municipalities and state agencies like the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection offer another concrete starting point. A strong GIS portfolio and coursework in land use or environmental planning give candidates without full-time experience a measurable edge in the state's public-sector hiring process.
Where can I find and apply to planner jobs in Connecticut?
You can find and apply to planner jobs in Connecticut on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and apply directly to the ones that fit your experience and target area.
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