Willow Park Wines & Spirits is looking for an Inventory & Forecasting Manager to lead the development of accurate, data-driven demand forecasts that power our supply chain. In this role, you will ensure inventory is strategically aligned with demand across all locations and channels, helping us delight customers with the right products in the right place at the right time.

What You'll Do

- Build and maintain SKU-level demand forecasts across stores and e-commerce.

- Incorporate input from Merchandising (launches, promos, trends) and Finance (targets, budgets).

- Monitor forecast accuracy and adjust based on sales performance, seasonality and trends.

- Set and manage target inventory levels (weeks of supply, safety stock, reorder points).

- Identify and mitigate risks including stockouts, excess, and slow-moving inventory.

- Rebalance inventory across locations and channels to optimize availability and efficiency.

- Oversee replenishment planning across all stores and distribution centers.

- Ensure timely and accurate purchase order recommendations aligned to forecasts and targets.

- Partner with Supply Chain to align lead times, inbound flow, and constraints.

- Partner with Buying/Merchandising, Finance, and Supply Chain to align forecasts, inventory plans, and financial targets.

- Support assortment planning, promotions, and OTB processes.

- Ensure alignment between demand plans and operational execution.

- Track and report on key KPIs (in-stock rate, stockouts, inventory turns, weeks of supply, aged inventory).

- Build dashboards and deliver actionable insights to leadership.

- Identify trends and drive continuous improvement in forecasting and inventory processes.

What You Bring

- 4-8+ years of experience in inventory planning, demand planning, or merchandising analytics.

- Experience in retail environments (multi-SKU,



rapid-moving categories preferred).

- Exposure to alcohol beverage, drinks, cannabis or similar categories is a strong asset.

- Proven ability to adhere to and execute against tight timelines.

- Strong negotiating and problem-solving skills.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Proficient computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

- Robust analytical capabilities; advanced Excel required (BI tools a plus).

- Experience with demand forecasting methodologies, including baseline and event-driven planning.

- Understanding of inventory fundamentals (lead times, safety stock, sell-through, replenishment).

- Ability to combine data-driven insights with sound business judgment.

- Detail-oriented and highly organized, with a strong focus on process and execution.

- Comfortable working cross-functionally and influencing without direct authority.

- Proactive and solution-oriented, able to identify issues and take action early with internal and external stakeholders.

- Clear and effective communicator, especially with non-technical stakeholders.

Nice to Have

- Business-related post-secondary education.

- Experience with Shopify/Instacart, ERP systems, or inventory planning tools.

- Experience building or scaling inventory and planning processes in a high-growth retail environment.

Success Looks Like

- Consistently high in-stock rates with minimal excess inventory.

- Improved inventory turns and reduction in aged or obsolete stock.

- Accurate, reliable forecasts that drive business confidence and decision-making.

- Strong cross-functional alignment across Buying, Finance, and Supply Chain.

Benefits

- Dental care

- Employee assistance program

- Extended health care

- Life insurance

- On-site parking

- Paid time off

- RRSP match

- Store discount

- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Inventory & Forecasting Manager (Calgary)
🏢 Willow Park Wines u0026 Spirits
📍 Calgary