Lead demand planning at Pet Valu in hybrid Markham, Ontario, using forecasting and inventory optimization to support stores and distribution centres.The Demand Planning Manager reports to the Director of Demand Planning and Replenishment. You will guide Demand Planning Analysts, manage forecast activities, and support inventory strategy for national and private branded products across North America. The work connects supply chain planning with service levels, receipts, turns, and forecast accuracy.Key Responsibilities:

Manage, develop, mentor, and recruit Demand Planning AnalystsAlign inventory planning with demand across stores and distribution centresReview sales trends, demand drivers, forecasts, and statistical modelsAnalyze forecast accuracy, root causes,



and improvement actionsPartner with Merchandising, Replenishment, vendors, and business teamsRequirements:

Five to seven years of progressive supply chain experienceDemand planning experience within national retail networksTeam leadership experience with robust communication skillsAdvanced Excel, Microsoft 365, Tableau, Power BI, or CognosRetail industry experience;

pet products experienceis idealApply demand forecasting, analytical leadership, and inventory optimization expertise as Pet Valu’s Demand Planning Manager in Markham.

📌 Demand Planning Manager Pet Valu (Winnipeg)
🏢 Pet Valu
📍 Winnipeg