Demand Planner

Position Snapshot Business area: Demand Planner Location: North York, ON located at 25 Sheppard Ave W, North York, ON M2N 6S8; Hybrid A little bit about us While Nestlé is known for KitKat, Gerber, Nescafe, and Häagen-Dazs, our recipe for success comes down to one thing: our people. We strive to lead a people-focused culture that empowers employees to bring their authentic selves to work each day. There are 3,000+ members of Nestlé Canada celebrated for taking action using agility, courage, and trust to find solutions that benefit the business or greater good. We’re a team of changemakers, who are curious and challenge the status quo, that take risks that will help drive us forward. Our focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you. We know that empowerment leads to strong employee engagement, a great work culture, and motivated employees. What to Expect: The Demand Planner consistently evaluates the performance of both the statistical forecast and demand sensing and is actively seeking opportunities for enhancements. The Demand Planner will be facilitating discussions around demand input drivers to generate the enriched demand plan collaborating with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to incorporate key business insights into the forecasting process, and to enrich the statistical forecast based. Moreover, the demand planner in collecting all the inputs to create the different demand scenarios that will be evaluated during the Scenario Planning & Sign-off meeting. Demand planner is the owner of the signed-off demand plan (volumetric demand plan) for said assigned category A day in the life: The Demand Planner is responsible for developing accurate demand forecasts to support business objectives, optimize inventory, and ensure supply chain efficiency. This role collaborates with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to incorporate key insights into the forecasting process. Key responsibilities include analyzing demand trends, improving forecast accuracy, supporting the S&OP process, and driving continuous improvements in planning methodologies. Strong analytical skills, cross-functional collaboration, and proficiency in demand planning tools are essential for success in this role. Support of total NPS delivery for all businesses via solid forecast and demand planning performance. Ownership of several key cross-functional processes within MBP (S&OP and S&OE) Role Requirements: Experience: 3+ years in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain management. Experience in data analysis and reporting using tools like PowerBI, Tableau, or similar Understands local market, category, complexity & key stakeholders Proven track record of experience, results and optimization of Demand Planning/Statistical Forecasting management Strong exposure of Demand Planning Principles, Process and Best Practices; Tradition, and Digital forecasting enhanced strategies. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make strategic decisions Proficiency in using relevant planning software and tools. Preferred Skills: Strong or advanced technical knowledge in the following areas: Proficiency in demand planning tools (e.g., SAP IBP, APO, SAS, OMP. OSPREY), statistical modelling, data management Knowledge of product portfolio, brand profitability. Knowledge of other system tools (SAP Business Objects, BW, Power BI etc.) MS Office tools (Excel, PPT, Word, Teams) Demonstrated knowledge of enterprise planning and management techniques (MBP, IBP, S&OP, S&OE, Control Tower etc) and end-to-end supply chain operations Benefits: Comprehensive total rewards benefits package including Health and Dental benefits that start on day one of employment Company matched pension plan Three weeks of Vacation and five personal days (Personal Paid Holidays) Flexible and hybrid work arrangements Excellent training and development programs as well as opportunities to grow within the company Access to Educational Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement Bonus eligibility Gender affirmation benefits to ensure access to necessary care, resources, and coverage for gender-affirming procedures Fertility Services and Surrogacy Medical Coverage to support the pursuit of a path to parenthood regardless of medical conditions, gender or sexual orientation Adoption benefits to remove some of the financial barriers associated with adoption Access to the Discount Company store with Nestlé, Nespresso, and Purina products (Located across various Nestle offices/sites) What you need to know: We will be considering applicants as they apply, so please don’t delay in submitting your application. Nestlé Canada is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. We welcome qualified applicants to bring their diverse and unique experiences as a result of their education, perspectives, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs. If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodation you may require.Nestlé will work with you to ensure that you are able to fully participate in the process. #J-18808-Ljbffr