Position SummaryThe Demand Planner supports the enterprise demand planning process by developing, maintaining, and refining product-level and customer-level demand forecasts. The role works closely with the Demand Planning Manager and collaborates with Sales to ensure accurate and timely demand signals flow into the S&OP; process, enabling effective supply planning and inventory management.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain statistical demand forecasts at the product, customer, and regional level using ERP and forecasting tools.Collaborate with Sales team members to gather market intelligence, customer insights, and promotional plans that inform and improve forecast accuracy.Participate in the monthly S&OP; demand review process, preparing forecast inputs, variance analyses, and supporting documentation.Monitor forecast accuracy and bias at assigned product/customer levels; identify root causes offorecast error and implement corrective actions.Maintain clean and accurate demand data within the ERP system, including item-level planning parameters and historical demand records.Support recent product introduction (NPI) planning by developing initial demand assumptions in coordination with Sales and the Demand Planning Manager.Generate regular demand planning reports and dashboards to communicate forecast status and KPI performance.Identify demand trends, seasonality, and anomalies; elevate significant demand shifts to the Demand Planning Manager.Coordinate with Supply Planning to communicate demand changes that may impact supply feasibility or inventory levels.Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.CompetenciesAnalytical Skills: Ability to work with data to develop, analyze, and refine statistical forecasts.Attention to Detail: High accuracy in maintaining demand data,



planning parameters, and forecast records.Communication Skills: Ability to effectively engage with Sales and cross-functional teams to gather inputs and communicate forecast status.Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple product lines, customers, and deadlines simultaneously.Adaptability: Comfortable adjusting forecasts and priorities in response to changing market conditions and business needs.Continuous Improvement: Willingness to learn and apply new forecasting methods, tools, and best practices.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or a related field required.Minimum 2 years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain in a manufacturing or industrial environment.Proficiency with ERP systems required; INFOR/SyteLine experience highly preferred.Experience using BI tools (e.G., Power BI, Tableau) for reporting and analysis preferred.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required; experience with statistical forecasting tools a plus.APICS CPIM or IBF CPF certification preferred.Demonstrated career ambition with a track record of growth and increasing responsibility; highly promotablewith potential for broader leadership roles within a fast‑paced, high‑growth organization.CompensationCompensation will be based on internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. A bonus and/or long‑term incentive units may be provided, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, depending on the level and position offered.VAN Compensation Range: $79,765 – $94,945 CAD.Non‑Discrimination StatementIEM does not discriminate against any applicant based on any characteristic protected by law.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Demand Planner (Surrey) - C$79,765 - C$94,945 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 IEM
📍 Winnipeg