Demand Planner

**Demand Planner**

**At Irving Consumer Products, we recognize that the key to our success is our people. Irving Consumer Products is a leading manufacturer of premium tissue products - including national brands and private label. We also manufacture private label diapers and training pants for North American retailers.**

The **Demand Planner** **will be based out of Dieppe, New Brunswick (100 Midland Drive, E1A 7G9) or Toronto, Ontario (1551 Weston Road, M6M 4Y4). As a member of the Supply Chain team, the **Demand Planner** is responsible for owning the process of consolidating the North American demand plan for Irving Tissue at multiple levels; Customer, Item, Branch Plant & Regional level. The Demand planner role works closely with the corporate planning department to ensure supply meets demand by utilizing/analyzing customer data to support forecast accuracy metrics. This is a permanent, full-time position. The primary language of work is English.

We’re offering growth and endless opportunity at a company that’s on the rise, backed up by the security of the entire JDI group of companies. Continuous Improvement is part of our culture. That doesn’t just refer to our cutting-edge tech or marketing model—it means supporting every member of our team to learn, grow and become a bigger part of the company.

**Job Requirements**
- Bachelor of Commerce Degree or related field preferred.
- 2 years of experience in similar job, or other suitable combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Experience working in Supply Chain is considered an asset
- Statistical data experience is considered an asset
- Keen understanding of planning and operations processes.
- Organized, adaptable team player with ability to work with a variety of departments to accomplish objectives.
- Advanced understanding and familiarity with MS Excel.
- Strong analytical, communication, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to handle high-pressure situations and maintain a professional approach.
- Positive, flexible, can-do attitude.
- Strong verbal communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills
- Self-starter who can act and does not require close supervision

**The main duties/responsibilities of this role include**:
**Gather & Analyze Data**
- Gather data, analyze & provide insights from various department/tools including Sales, Marketing, Product Development, Customer, Finance, and others
- Analyze and adjust demand plan based on statistical forecast, accuracy measures and other inputs
- Statistical analysis of the system generated forecast, weekly and monthly maintenance activities in the system.
- Publish weekly demand plan using Demantra software
- Work with key stakeholders to evaluate and improve process to better meet the needs of the business
- Monitor monthly/weekly bookings vs forecast and raise issues/concerns on demand variations
- Coordinate with sales to understand the demand forecast drivers including any promotional plans

**Maintenance of Forecast data**
- Maintenance of forecast data which include adding new items, removing old items, keeping history clean for statistical forecast purposes, and maintaining regional and branch plant splits

**Reporting & Communicating**
- Responsible for publishing various daily, weekly & period end reports for publication to the business
- Close relationship with Supply Planning, Deployment, Sales, Marketing, PLC, CRM, Customer Service, & Finance
- Prepare and lead weekly demand review/ consensus meetings with Sales Account Managers

**Other tasks**
- Comply with ICP safety policies & procedures, personal conduct, and housekeeping
- Work with key stakeholders to evaluate and improve process to better meet the needs of the business
- Support Supply Chain cost savings initiatives
- All other duties as assigned

**What We Offer**
Irving Consumer Products is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to:

- A flexible medical, dental, and vision plan
- Employee & family assistance programs
- RRSP matching program
- Health & wellness reimbursements
- Product purchase program
- Opportunities to take part in job related training and development
- Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Consumer Products and the larger network of the J.D. Irving group of companies
- Relocation costs (if applicable)
- Hybrid flexible work options (if applicable)

To learn more about our products and services, click here.
- Irving Consumer Products is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees._