Demand Planner

Description The Demand Planner position will specialize in pulling and analyzing data, reporting, documenting and providing demand information to sales and other areas of the business as needed. Job DutiesDevelop and maintain monthly operational forecast down to SKU level at multiple locationsIncorporate business intelligence into the forecast (Examples, promotional programs, and events)Successfully communicate monthly forecast accuracy and weekly shipment performance to management. Propose and implement solutions to improve demand forecast accuracy. Monitor and report on important changes in sales forecasts, finished goods stock level, and business strategies.

Prepare and facilitate monthly consensus meetings with the Sales and planning teams to provide insight and analysis to improve the accuracy of the forecast. Complete the required presentations for review with senior management in the monthly planning process. Assist the Demand Planning Manager in the development of demand content for the monthly planning process as required. Work closely with customer supply chain, planning, and inventory management to report on forecast fill.

Successfully communicate forecast and inventory estimations to management. Document and execute process flows, rules, and standards relevant to demand planningAssist the Demand Planning Manager in reviewing opportunities to reduce aged inventories and improve the MRB process. 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 neededOUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:3-5 years of working experience in demand planning, preferably in a manufacturing industryPost-Secondary Education in Business Administration, Operations/ Inventory Management or Supply Chain is preferred.

CITT and/or APICS designation is an asset. Possess superior analytical, teamwork, and organizational skills. Strong customer satisfaction focus and excellent relationship building skills. Use of MS office, especially MS Excel at an intermediate to advanced level is required.

Experience

with JD Edwards and Netstock/forecasting software is an asset. Strong open and interactive communication skills (written and verbal)Ability to problem solve and “think outside the box.”Experience with Power BI report development and maintenance is an asset Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage time effectively. Very good attention to detailOwn, create, and maintain data resources (KPIs, Power BI, Balance Scorecard, S&OP, etc.) and drive improvements to bring insights to the logistics routineEnsure accuracy, reliability, and dependability of aboveDevelop and execute on time sensitive ad hoc reportingSupport supply chain projects, especially those pertaining to data and systemsDevelop and maintain routine reporting and analysis and identify ways to improve and automateEvolve process as we create and purchase tools related to capacity and network planning Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO.

The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity. Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.

IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.