Demand Planning Analyst

Hershey Company; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Demand Planning Analyst to enhance its supply chain operations. This role is pivotal in managing demand plans for various brands, ensuring optimal inventory levels, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in demand management, proficiency in advanced planning tools, and a passion for driving impactful change. With a commitment to employee growth and a culture that values work-life balance, this opportunity offers a chance to contribute to a company recognized for its commitment to excellence and community impact. Join a team where your skills can truly make a difference.

Benefits

Strong work-life balance values

Flexible dress policy

LEED certified environment

Corporate social responsibility programs

Access to leading chocolate & sweets

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in Demand Management in CPG/Pharma/Beauty/Retail.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Tools and demand planning software.

Responsibilities

• Manage demand plans and analytics for various brands and customers.
• Govern inventory waste and ensure supply chain efficiency.

Skills

Demand Management

MS Tools (Power BI, MS-Excel, Powerpoint)

SAP APO/IBP

JDA purchase planning module

S4 HANA

Kinaxis Maestro

Education

Post-Secondary education in Industrial Engineering/Business/Statistics/Mathematics/Operations Management

OSSD (or equivalent) with APICS CPIM or IBF CPF/ACPF

Tools

SAP APO

Power BI

MS-Excel

Powerpoint

Job description

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Demand Planning Analyst

Posted Date: Feb 20, 2025

Requisition Number: 124437

Role Title: Demand Planning Analyst

Job Location: Mississauga, Canada

The Hershey Company

Your career. Your ownership. Together, we’ll make more Moments of Goodness.

Hershey employees get to make real, impactful changes daily. We are looking for thinkers, leaders, and challengers – people who initiate and make a true impact. Here at Hershey Canada, we strike the perfect balance between autonomy and support. Our managers are equipped to foster your career aspirations and empower your growth. With resources like e-learning, coaching, and cross-functional projects, your personal and professional growth is paramount to the team. Hershey’s people-focused mindset is what makes our culture so sweet.

Hershey Canada is proud of our top 100 position on Forbes Canada’s Best Employers 2021 List and Forbes 2021 World’s Top Female Friendly Companies. We have also been recognized as Greater Toronto Top Employer’s for 2021 and Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2022.

Role Responsibilities

• Monthly completion of Canada’s Supply Chain reports into the NA Supply Chain Review and International Supply Chain Reviews.
• Govern and own purchased finished goods planning for all items sourced outside the US & CA Manufacturing network.
• Create and maintain demand plans for the Amazon, Better-for-you brands (ONE Brands and Lily’s) and any other assigned customer inside APO and Kinaxis Maestro. This includes weekly volume control and monthly customer volume reviews.
• Supply Chain Waste governance collaborating with Sales planning and Sr. Demand Planners to eliminate inventory waste.
• Monthly demand planning National & Customer WMAPE/BIAS analytics and Weekly Supply risk reporting.
• Represent the Supply Chain function in the SKU Rationalization Committee and own the actions with Sr.Demand Planners & US Supply Planners to effectively orchestrate related item replacements, version transitions and discontinuations.
• Own the deductions clearing for all non-CPFR accounts with a target of zero uncleared deductions greater than 30 days at the end of every month.
• Govern annual key events (e.g. Summer offerings, Spring/Fall Bake Offerings, etc.) with US Supply Planners for Canada’s supply assurance.
• All other tasks as may be required.

Education Requirements

• Post-Secondary education in Industrial Engineering/Business/Statistics/Mathematics/Operations Management
• OSSD (or equivalent) with APICS CPIM (in good standing) or IBF CPF/ACPF (in good standing) acceptable.

Skills & Experience

• At least 2 years of experience in an analyst capacity within Demand Management (Demand Planning or Supply Planning or Sales Planning) in CPG/Pharma/Beauty/Retail environments.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Tools (Power BI, MS-Excel, Powerpoint)
• At least 2 years hands-on proficiency in SAP APO/IBP for demand planning is required but will consider similar hands-on experience in other demand planning software.
• Proficiency in JDA purchase planning module.
• S4 HANA experience is a must.
• Familiar with Kinaxis Maestro (or similar planning platforms like o9, OMP+, KetteQ) is nice to have.

Benefits & Perks of working with us:

• Strong work-life balance values (flextime and work from home options available)
• Flexible dress policy – this includes jeans!
• Working in a LEED certified and open concept environment.
• Corporate social responsibility programs - because we should leave the world a little better than we found
• …of course, some of the world’s leading chocolate & sweets at your fingertips!

Together, we’ll make more Moments of Goodness.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Hershey Canada, Inc. will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition team of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.