Supply Planner

Position Snapshot Business area: Supply Planner (22 Month Contract) Location: North York, ON located at 25 Sheppard Ave W, North York, ON M2N 6S8; Hybrid Compensation Range : $ 75,000 - $ 85,000 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 on enriching you. We know that empowerment leads to strong employee engagement, a great work culture, and motivated employees. What to Expect Objective is to generate net requirements to plants and vendors, to prepare the supply plan, to generate the deployment plan in weekly/monthly buckets and the replenishment of R&P materials, to meet the customer demand. In doing this, the Supply Planner considers network complexity, inventory targets, and all supply constraints. When necessary, the Supply Planner generates supply scenarios, evaluating their feasibility, risks, and opportunities. This position is an existing vacancy. A day in the life Role is to generate net requirements to plants and vendors, to prepare the supply plan, to generate the deployment plan in weekly/monthly in response to demand plan. Supply Plan to drive efficiency of quantity to ensure Service and inventory freshness KPIs. The Supply Planner will be accountable for the E2E Planning process in the SNP Network, with best-in-Class planning parameters to ensure flawless execution (KPI's, IMS, Inventory parameters). Analyse exceptions, to take business decisions (based on priorities or after arbitration) and to adjust planning results accordingly. Challenge manufacturing on regular basis to manage lot sizes, cycle times and R&P inventory levels, to drive optimum FG inventory level. Also, to challenge and support Demand Planner (Domestic and IMS) to improve Demand Planning Accuracy. Needs to understand ERP systems, flow of goods and knows how to work with cross-functional teams. The Supply Planner is also optimizing the shipments and ensures the service between the manufacturing Role Requirements Desirable to have had experience implementing LEAN concepts and tools, along with any proven inventory optimization roles Ability to collaborate with stakeholders, both internal Operations and Logistics, Nestle Inter-Market partners (IMS), and external (third party manufacturers) Experience in data analysis and reporting using tools like Power BI, Excel, Tableau, or similar Understands local market, category, complexity & key stakeholders Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make strategic decisions Proficiency in using relevant planning software and tools: Preferred Skills Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Engineering, Business or Economics. +3 years of experience in supply planning, inventory management, distribution planning, load planning, or/and logistics role. Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate and influence effectively across departments Supply planning and associated tools (OMP, APO, SAP) Knowledge of product portfolio, brand profitability Knowledge of E2E value chain drivers and connectivity Knowledge of other system tools (SAP Business Objects, BW, Power BI etc.) MS Office tools (Excel, PPT, Word, Teams) 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