Demand Planner

Overview

Analyze data, forecast demand, and communicate forecasts to support sales and supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• demand forecasting
• ad hoc reporting
• erp implementation
• power bi
• data automation
• s&op management

Tasks

-Assist the Demand Planning Manager in the development of demand content for the monthly planning process as required. -Develop and execute on time sensitive ad hoc reporting -Ensure accuracy, reliability, and dependability of above -Support implementation of ERP and other new relevant software (for example JDE, Demand Works, Minitab, Power BI and others). -Provide ad hoc reporting for the supply chain as needed -Own, create, and maintain data resources (KPIs, Power BI, Balance Scorecard, S&OP, etc.) and drive improvements to bring insights to the planning process -Develop and maintain monthly operational forecast down to SKU level at multiple locations -Successfully communicate forecast and inventory estimations to management. -Propose and implement solutions to improve demand forecast accuracy. -Complete the required presentations for review with senior management in the monthly planning process. -Incorporate business intelligence into the forecast (Examples, promotional programs, and events) -Document and execute process flows, rules, and standards relevant to demand planning -Work closely with customer supply chain, planning, and inventory management to report on forecast fill. -Prepare and facilitate monthly consensus meetings with the Sales and planning teams to provide insight and analysis to improve the accuracy of the forecast. -Support supply chain projects, especially those pertaining to data and systems -Monitor and report on important changes in sales forecasts, finished goods stock level, and business strategies. -Assist the Demand Planning Manager in reviewing opportunities to reduce aged inventories and improve the MRB process. -Develop and maintain routine reporting and analysis and identify ways to improve and automate -Successfully communicate monthly forecast accuracy and weekly shipment performance to management.

Requirements

• jd edwards
• netstock
• power bi
• excel
• apics
• 1-3 yrs

What You Bring

-Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage time effectively. -Very good attention to detail -Experience with JD Edwards and Netstock/forecasting software is an asset. -Possess superior analytical, teamwork, and organizational skills. -Strong open and interactive communication skills (written and verbal) -Experience with Power BI report development and maintenance is an asset -Ability to problem solve and “think outside the box.” -1-3 years of working experience in demand/supply planning or sales, preferably in a manufacturing industry -Post-Secondary Education in Business Administration, Operations/ Inventory Management or Supply Chain is preferred. -CITT and/or APICS designation is an asset. -Strong customer satisfaction focus and excellent relationship building skills. -Use of MS office, especially MS Excel at an intermediate to advanced level is required. -Naturally curious and self-motivated

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About Iko North America

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