Director, Sales and Operations Planning

Director, Sales and Operations Planning Organigram Global is a leading global licensed producer shaping the future of cannabis through innovation, operational excellence, and a growing international presence. Founded in 2013 as a medical cannabis provider, we have evolved into one of Canada’s most trusted names in the adult‑use recreational market, home to top‑performing brands such as SHRED, Boxhot, Big Bag o’ Buds, Edison, Monjour, Debunk, Rizzlers and Trailblazer. Our operations span four provinces and are purpose‑built for category leadership across multiple product formats: Moncton, New Brunswick: centre of excellence for indoor cannabis cultivation, R&D, and advanced automation. Lac‑Supérieur, Quebec: focus on premium flower and traditional hash production. Winnipeg, Manitoba: highly automated facility dedicated to edibles & beverage manufacturing. Aylmer, Ontario: specialises in the production of infused pre‑rolls and features automated vape filling capabilities. Overview The Director, Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) designs, leads, and continuously enhances the company’s S&OP process to ensure alignment between commercial objectives, operational capabilities, and financial targets. This role provides strategic leadership across supply planning, production scheduling, capacity planning, and inventory management, while driving technology and process transformation in a fast‑paced, highly regulated cannabis environment. Key Responsibilities Own and govern the end‑to‑end S&OP process, including cadence, stage gates, decision rights, escalations, and cross‑functional accountability. Partner with the commercial‑led Demand Planning team to challenge and integrate the demand plan into supply planning. Lead supply & production planning to deliver accurate, feasible short‑ and long‑range plans. Translate the demand plan into capacity, labour, and production requirements while managing cannabis‑specific constraints and optimising schedules for throughput, service, and efficiency. Set and maintain inventory targets, policies, and safety stocks; manage adherence and balance service with working capital. Collaborate with commercial, finance, procurement, manufacturing, QA, and logistics to ensure seamless operational execution. Communicate risks, opportunities, and required trade‑offs clearly to senior leadership. Modernise planning systems and digital workflows while driving automation, data integrity, and enhanced analytical and scenario‑modelling capabilities. Define and track KPIs for service, inventory turns, schedule adherence, forecast integration, and planning accuracy. Lead root‑cause analysis, corrective actions, and standardisation of planning processes. Develop and mentor Supply Planning and Scheduling leaders, building functional depth and a high‑performance culture. Qualifications / Experience Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Engineering, or related field. 8+ years supply chain experience, with a minimum of 3–5 years leading S&OP, supply planning, or production planning at a senior leadership level. Proven success transforming or building an S&OP process within CPG, food/beverage, pharmaceutical, or other regulated industries; cannabis experience preferred. Demonstrated experience implementing or optimising advanced planning systems (e.g., SAP IBP, Kinaxis, OMP, Anaplan, Blue Yonder). Strong understanding of manufacturing environments with complex constraints, batch scheduling, and product lifecycle management. Skills & Competencies Exceptional communication and executive storytelling skills, able to articulate trade‑offs and influence senior leaders. Strong leadership, team development, and coaching capability. Advanced analytical skills, including the ability to interpret data, build scenarios, and recommend clear actions. High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy. Expertise in cross‑functional alignment, facilitation, and conflict resolution. Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and planning/scheduling tools; experience with ERP and APS platforms required. Demonstrated ability to lead technology adoption and process change initiatives. Competencies Strategic thinker with strong operational execution discipline. Influential cross‑functional leader who can drive consensus. Change agent with strong process orientation. Tech‑forward mindset and passion for digital innovation. Strong problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills. High accountability with a continuous improvement mindset. Organigram is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to fair and equitable recruitment practices, and we invite the opportunity to discuss any accommodation needs required throughout the hiring process. Please email us at internalrecruiting@organigram.ca and include the job posting title, your name and contact information, and your preferred method of contact. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those shortlisted will be contacted for an interview. #J-18808-Ljbffr