Assistant Central Planning Analyst

T & T Supermarket; Markham; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supermarket chain in Canada is seeking an Assistant Central Planning Analyst to support central merchandising planning through data analysis and report generation. This entry-level role involves collaboration with internal teams and external vendors, focusing on inventory management and performance reporting. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and some supply chain experience, along with strong analytical and collaboration skills. Employee benefits include a quarterly bonus, health insurance, and staff discounts.

Benefits

Quarterly discretionary bonus

Life/AD&D insurance

Extended health/dental/vision

Paid leave (annual, sick, marriage, bereavement)

Subsidized staff meals

Staff purchase discounts

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of supply chain experience.
• Experience in fast-paced environments, preferably retail or supermarket operations.
• Knowledge of ERP systems and replenishment concepts is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct monthly reviews of sales and inventory to analyze abnormal sales.
• Design and maintain replenishment data systems.
• Manage vendors and coordinate with shipping teams.

Skills

Analytical problem-solving

Stakeholder collaboration

Multitasking

Time management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, analytics, mathematics, supply chain, or related fields

Tools

MS Word

Excel (including macros)

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

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Reporting to the Manager, Central Planning, this position supports central merchandising planning by analyzing data and generating reports using database management skills. The role includes assisting in developing and implementing the enterprise planning system to connect and track business commitments such as inventory levels, fill rates, purchase order statuses, supplier performance, and shipments. Collaboration with internal teams (IT, Merchandising, Operations) and external vendors is essential.

Company Overview: T&T Supermarket Inc., founded in 1993 with two stores in BC, is now Canada's largest Asian supermarket chain with 37 stores nationwide, planning further expansion.

Responsibilities:

1. Conduct monthly reviews of sales and inventory to analyze abnormal sales, forecast projections, and ensure accuracy.
2. Design and maintain replenishment data systems.
3. Manage vendors and coordinate with shipping teams to ensure timely product arrivals.
4. Meet KPIs such as DOH, fill rate, and in-stock rate, and maintain purchasing records.
5. Generate performance reports across various levels.
6. Extract data and prepare statistical analyses.
7. Document and support best practices for enterprise planning systems.
8. Provide troubleshooting support for related systems and communicate incident statuses.
9. Monitor and improve forecast accuracy, address errors.
10. Report capacity risks and supply issues to relevant departments.
11. Collaborate with managers to ensure supply and demand alignment.
12. Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, analytics, mathematics, supply chain, or related fields.
• 1-2 years of supply chain experience.
• Experience in fast-paced environments, preferably retail or supermarket operations.
• Knowledge of ERP systems and replenishment concepts is advantageous.
• Strong stakeholder collaboration, initiative, and multitasking skills.
• Analytical problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure with confidentiality.
• Excellent time management, interpersonal, organizational, and negotiation skills.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Word, Excel (including macros), Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Employee Benefits:

• Quarterly discretionary bonus
• Life/AD&D insurance
• Extended health/dental/vision
• Paid leave (annual, sick, marriage, bereavement)
• Subsidized staff meals
• Staff purchase discounts

Work Schedule:

Monday to Friday, 9:00 am – 5:30 pm.

Safety Statement:

Safety is a top priority at T&T Supermarket, with established health and safety policies across all facilities.

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Business Development and Sales
• Industry: Retail Groceries