Analyst, Supply Chain Replenishment - Demand Planner

Loblaw; Brampton; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Loblaw Companies Limited in Canada is seeking an Analyst, Supply Chain Replenishment - Demand to manage regional demand forecasts and support optimal forecast accuracy and inventory availability. You will identify and resolve forecasting issues, collaborating with internal stakeholders and vendors to enhance performance at store, regional, and banner levels.

The role involves analyzing forecasts with LDE/IPFR, monitoring exceptions, and supporting continuous improvement in forecasting processes

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, facilitation, and presentation skills; engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Self-motivated and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and respond to changing business requirements.
• Experience with SQL, Python, or other data analysis tools is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and maintain demand forecasts using BY Luminate Demand Edge (LDE) and IPFR to ensure forecast accuracy.
• Monitor forecasting exceptions and trends, making adjustments to improve performance.
• Review weekly reports to identify forecasting issues and minimize impacts on regional forecasts.
• Collaborate with vendors and cross-functional teams on forecasting challenges and improvements.
• Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve system, business, and process-related inquiries related to demand forecasting.
• Provide insights based on forecast performance, trends, and inventory requirements.
• Support replenishment planning to ensure product availability and distribution efficiency.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for forecasting processes and reporting.
• Complete ad hoc analysis, reporting, and special projects.

Skills

Data analysis

SQL

Python

Forecasting

Stakeholder mgmt

Excel

Communication

Supply chain

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Post-secondary education

Tools

Luminate Demand Edge

IPFR

Job description

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.

At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.

The Analyst, Supply Chain Replenishmnet - Demand is responsible for managing and improving regional demand forecasts across Loblaw Companies Limited (LCL) to support optimal forecast accuracy and inventory availability. This role plays a key part in identifying, analyzing, and resolving forecasting issues while collaborating with internal stakeholders and vendors to enhance forecasting performance at the store, regional, and banner levels. The SCRA - Demand helps ensure effective replenishment planning and supports continuous improvement initiatives within the demand forecasting process.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and maintain demand forecasts using BY Luminate Demand Edge (LDE) and IPFR to ensure forecast accuracy.
• Monitor forecasting exceptions and trends, making adjustments as required to improve forecast performance.
• Review weekly reports to identify forecasting issues and minimize impacts on regional forecasts, store operations, and replenishment activities.
• Collaborate with vendors and cross-functional teams to discuss forecasting challenges, business changes, and improvement opportunities.
• Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve system, business, and process‑related inquiries related to demand forecasting.
• Provide insights and recommendations based on forecast performance, business trends, and inventory requirements.
• Support replenishment planning activities to ensure product availability and efficient distribution
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance forecasting processes, reporting, and system utilization.
• Complete ad hoc analysis, reporting, and special projects as required.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, facilitation, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Self‑motivated and adaptable, with a demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast‑paced and evolving environment.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and respond effectively to changing business requirements.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, along with experience using BY Luminate Demand Edge and demand planning systems.
• Solid understanding of replenishment systems, inventory management principles, and forecasting methodologies.
• Collaborative team player with a passion for continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and process improvement.
• Post-secondary education in Business, Economics, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Analytics, or related discipline.
• Experience with SQL, Python, or other data analysis tools is considered an asset.

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars - Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits - these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team. We have a long‑standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Please Note

Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.

Hiring Range / Échelle salariale à l’embauche :$52,000.00 - $71,500.00 / 52.000,00$ - 71.500,00$ (per year / par an)

A candidate’s experience and knowledge as well as the geographical region in which the position is located may be factored into the pay a candidate receives for this position. This posting is for an existing vacancy. The Company uses artificial intelligence for the purpose of screening, assessing and/or selecting applicants for this position. / L’expérience et les connaissances d’un candidat ainsi que la région géographique dans laquelle le poste est situé peuvent être prises en compte dans la rémunération qu’un candidat reçoit pour ce poste. Cette offre d’emploi concerne un poste vacant existant. L’entreprise utilise l’intelligence artificielle dans le but de filtrer, d’évaluer et/ou de sélectionner les candidats à ce poste.