Business Planner – Manufacturing

Lock Search Group; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home products distributor is seeking a Business Planner in Montreal to optimize sales operations and manage retail partnerships. The role involves analyzing business challenges, assisting with inventory management, and collaborating across teams. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and proficiency in Excel and Power BI. This position offers a chance to contribute to a growing company and develop professionally.

Qualifications

• Strong background in a business/supply chain analytical role.
• Experience preparing and presenting insightful reports.
• Flexibility to adapt in a changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with internal teams to analyze business challenges.
• Collaborate with Account Managers to identify growth opportunities.
• Oversee product tests and monitor inventory.

Skills

Business/supply chain analytics

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Advanced Excel proficiency

Power BI proficiency

Bilingual (English and French)

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Are you looking to accelerate your career in sales operations while playing a key role in shaping business success? Our client is a leading and innovative designer and distributor of high-end home products, with operations in over 20 countries. Known for its innovative engineering and contemporary designs, they are looking for a Business Planner to join their Montreal West Island team. As a Business Planner, you’ll play a central role in sales operations, working closely with major retail partners and internal teams. You’ll support Account Managers in executing strategies for large retail accounts, optimizing inventory, managing assortments, and ensuring data accuracy. Collaborating with Supply Chain, Finance, Marketing, and Channel Management, you’ll help drive sales, resolve challenges, and support key business decisions.

Responsibilities

• Partner with internal teams to analyze business challenges and identify actionable solutions.
• Collaborate with Account Managers to uncover, size, and communicate growth opportunities.
• Support business reviews and product line reviews with data-driven insights.
• Oversee product tests, monitor inventory, track in-store execution, and evaluate merchandising efforts.
• Assist with forecasting and replenishment activities.
• Take ownership of purchase order/sales order follow-up internally.
• Lead weekly tracker meetings to keep projects aligned.
• Serve as the main point of contact with retail Buyers, Merchant Planners, and onboarding analysts.
• Handle SKU setup and item onboarding processes.
• Manage and maintain all product information, ensuring smooth onboarding of new items with retail partners.

Qualifications

• Strong background in a business/supply chain analytical-related role.
• Ability to dive deep into details without losing sight of overall business goals.
• Experience preparing and presenting clear, insightful reports.
• Flexibility to adapt quickly in a fast-changing environment while maintaining accuracy.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team.
• Proficiency with advanced Excel and Power BI; knowledge of BI reporting tools and EDI transmissions is an asset.
• Professional proficiency in English (French considered an advantage).

If you’d like to shape outcomes and grow alongside a company in expansion mode, please send your resume to Patrick Parent at [e-mail], indicating “Business Planner” as the subject of your email. Thank you in advance for your interest; only individuals deemed to have the skill set and experience to fit the role will be contacted. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship.