Demand Planner - Montreal

Berlin Packaging; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Berlin Packaging is seeking a Demand Planner in Montreal. This role integrates sales, supply chain, and production planning, ensuring accurate forecasts and effective collaboration across multiple teams. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's in Supply Chain Management and relevant experience in demand planning, along with strong analytical and decision-making skills.

Benefits

Health care plan

Dental plan

Life insurance

Educational assistance

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in demand planning or related role.
• Strong understanding of supply chain principles.
• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Generate accurate item-level forecasts based on historical data.
• Utilize Power BI to analyze forecast accuracy.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on demand forecasts.

Skills

Forecast Accuracy Analysis

Collaboration

Analytical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Professional certifications in supply chain management

Tools

Power BI

Logility

Microsoft Excel

Blue Yonder

IBP

Job description

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Berlin Packaging Canada Corporation (BPCC), is Canada’s premier supplier of rigid packaging and packaging components. We are a $100 million company with 10 straight years of record growth.

Chances are you enjoy products supplied by Berlin Packaging every day! We serve virtually every end market : automotive, beverage, food, home care, industrial chemical, pet care and veterinary, personal health and beauty, wine and spirits, and cannabis.

Combine that with our “Anything is Possible” mindset and our winning culture, our 130+ employees are high-performing - and importantly, collaborative - entrepreneurs who blow through obstacles. We love it here.

Are you up for the opportunity of a lifetime? If so, we are seeking a Demand Planner who is responsible for supporting the demand review process as part of the overall Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process. The role is the integration point between the sales, supply chain, and production planning teams. This position may be based in either Montreal or Toronto.

Key Accountabilities :

• Own Item Level Forecast : Take ownership of generating accurate item-level forecasts based on historical data, market trends, and input from stakeholders.
• Analyze Forecast Accuracy : Utilize Power BI to analyze forecast accuracy and identify areas for improvement. Make informed decisions based on forecast analysis to optimize inventory levels and meet customer demand.
• Present Forecast to Branch Leadership : Prepare and present forecasts to branch leadership, gaining approval and alignment for strategic decision-making.
• Run Continuous Improvement Activities : Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance forecasting processes, increase efficiency, and minimize errors. Proactively identify opportunities for process optimization and implement best practices.
• Utilize Planning Tools : Utilize our advanced planning tools, Logility, to manage forecasts effectively, streamline processes, and improve forecast accuracy.
• Collaborate with Multiple Stakeholders : Work closely with cross-functional teams including operations, sales, and supply chain to gather relevant data, understand market dynamics, and align on demand forecasts. Foster strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure a collaborative and integrated approach to demand planning.
• Fulfill employee portion of the Berlin Values by demonstrating a strong work ethic, teamwork, loyalty, innovation, productivity and driving profitable results.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities :

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field required
• 2+ years of experience in a demand planning or related role
• Professional certifications in supply chain management or demand planning preferred
• Strong understanding of supply chain principles and dynamics, with the ability to translate business requirements into effective demand planning strategies.
• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for data analysis, reporting, and presentation purposes.
• Experience working with planning tools such as Logility, Blue Yonder, or IBP is highly desirable
• Proven experience working collaboratively with sales teams and other stakeholders to gather input, communicate forecast changes, and drive consensus
• Strong systems / process orientation with proven analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills with the ability to reason and influence at all levels
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing company needs and deadlines
• Highly organized and detail oriented, with strong time management and prioritization skills

Berlin Packaging Canada Corporation (BPCC) offers an outstanding compensation and benefits package including health care plan, dental plan, life insurance, and educational assistance.

We look at candidates’ skills but hire based on traits. We believe in hiring smart, passionate people who are thirsty for knowledge and excited to learn and develop their skills. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with the points outlined in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Berlin Packaging / BPCC provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, provincial, or local laws and ordinances.

Visit our Careers page for more information on our Anything is Possible culture and Total Rewards offerings.

• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
• Berlin Packaging maintains a smoke-free workplace.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Not Applicable

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Employment type

Full-time

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