Demand Planner & Inventory Analyst

We are looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Demand Planner & Inventory Analyst to join our Supply Chain team. In this role, you will support demand planning, inventory optimization, forecasting, and cross-functional collaboration to help ensure strong product availability, efficient inventory levels, and continuous improvement across our supply chain operations.

What You’ll Do

· Analyze demand patterns, inventory levels, and historical data to help develop accurate forecasts and replenishment recommendations.

· Partner with Supply Chain leadership and internal stakeholders to optimize inventory investment, improve product availability, and support operational targets.

· Maintain an up-to-date overview of promotions, marketing plans, current product launches, and other business activities that may impact demand and supply planning.

· Review SKU-level performance and forecast accuracy, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.

· Monitor overstocks, slow movers, and potential stock-outs, and recommend practical corrective actions such as promotional support, inventory adjustments, or discontinuation opportunities.

· Adjust system-generated and manual forecasts as needed, ensuring alignment with required material dates and business priorities.

· Track and report key demand and supply planning KPIs, including stock availability, stock coverage, and forecast accuracy.

· Contribute to supplier performance evaluations and support the development of effective supply chain processes and standard operating procedures.

· Participate in the S&OP; process and escalate conflicting or missing inputs to support timely and effective decision-making.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand root causes of forecasting variances and identify opportunities to improve planning accuracy.





· Support process improvement, inventory control, and operational alignment projects through analysis, insight, and concrete recommendations.

What We’re Looking For

· 1-3 years of overall experience in logistics, distribution, supply chain, or a related environment.

· 2+ years of experience in forecasting, planning, purchasing, or a similar function.

· Strong Excel skills, including comfort working with and manipulating data.

· Experience in the consumer goods industry; manufacturing experience is an asset.

· Bilingual communication skills, written and spoken.

· Strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.

· Ability to manage priorities independently, multitask effectively, and work in a fast-paced environment.

· Cooperative mindset with the ability to work well with interdisciplinary teams.

· Understanding of inventory management, demand planning, and forecast accuracy concepts.

What Will Help You Succeed

· You are organized, proactive, and comfortable making decisions.

· You work independently while following company policies, processes, and guidelines.

· You adapt quickly to change and stay calm in a fast-moving environment.

· You are curious, eager to learn, and continuously look for ways to improve processes and outcomes.

· You take accountability for your own development and bring forward ideas that support innovation and continuous improvement.

This role is an excellent fit for proactive professionals passionate about optimizing supply chains through innovative planning strategies. Join us to make a significant impact on our operational success while advancing your career in a fast-paced, forward-thinking environment!

Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- On-site gym
- In office parking
- Work from home

Work Location: In person

📌 Demand Planner & Inventory Analyst (Canada)
🏢 Spector
📍 Canada