I. Job Summary:The Planning Associate prioritizes work for Operations to get the product to the stores. By planning what product is received into the facility, the facility can ensure inventory is stocked and is readily available for the stores. The Planning Team Member allocates inventory to shipments based on priority, so that all stores are appropriately stocked for customers. The team member also answers all store questions regarding shipment dates of product. II. Essential Functions and Responsibilities:Take calls from stores requesting information on shipments (e.g., special order sales (S.O.S) or store order express (S.O.E.))Prepare labels for employees picking product to be shipped; print and distribute labelsCreate receiving packets for the receiving department. Includes, purchase orders, labels and any necessary notes regarding the inbound trailer or productAllocate inventory to priority shipmentsPlan receiving schedule for following day (determines which trailers and at which receiving door the trailers are to be unloaded) III. Additional Duties and Responsibilities:Monitor W.E.X/S.O. E (warehouse / store order express) and S.O.S orders to ensure they are shipped by targeted datePrepare shift turn over documentationProcess non-stock demand received at RDC; contact CorporatePerform basic maintenance on printers (load labels, toners, issues that occur)Monitor waves (product to be picked) and work with Building Coach to close open waves Lowe’s is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, genetics or any other category protected under applicable law.About Lowe’sLowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week, with total fiscal year 2025 sales of more than $86 billion. Lowe's employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,700 home improvement stores, 530 branches and 130 distribution centers. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com.Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.