Demand Planning Analyst

FGF Brands Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home grown talent & leadership growth

Health benefits & spending account

RRSP matching

Tuition reimbursement

Discount program for Restaurants/gyms/

Job summary

FGF Brands is seeking a Demand Planner (Supply Chain Analyst) to drive data-informed decisions across our Canadian supply chain. You will run key reports, forecast promotions, and collaborate with Sales & Marketing to align production planning with demand signals.

Ideal candidates possess post-secondary business education focused on supply chain, 2–3 years in supply chain, strong Excel, and familiarity with VBA/Python or ERP systems to enable advanced analytics.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Business, preferable with focus on Supply Chain.
• 2-3 years of supply chain experience or equivalent.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced Excel is a must.
• VBA, Python or any other language for statistical computing and data visualization would be a strength.
• Some ERP experience required.

Responsibilities

• Run reports/tools used to support decision making in Supply Chain.
• Thorough understanding of material and information flow across the internal FGF supply chain.
• Collaborate with Sales & Marketing to develop and maintain the Sales Forecast that drives the production planning process.
• Thorough understanding of how new products are introduced (from a planning viewpoint).
• Thorough understanding of promotion cycles by customer, product transitions, fluctuating trends, product seasonality.
• Monitor sales forecast performance and reflect in forecasting future sales after consulting with the Sales team.
• Perform ad-hoc analysis requests, as required.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects by collaborating closely with other teams in the organization.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

ERP experience

Education

Post-secondary education in Business with focus on Supply Chain

Tools

VBA

Python

ERP systems

Job description

Introduction

We’re a naan traditional company…Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of.We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativityandout of the boxthinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.

Overview

Reporting to the Supply Chain Team Leader, the main responsibility as Demand Planner (Supply Chain Analyst) is to run a series of reports/tools facilitating decisions in Supply Chain; As we continue to automate some of these reports/tools, the role will evolve into more predictive analysis of supply chain events.

What FGF Offers:

• FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training, unleashing your potential
• Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical/health spending account
• RRSP matching program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping, etc.

Responsibilities

• Run reports/tools used to support decision making in Supply Chain.
• Thorough understanding of material and information flow across the internal FGF supply chain.
• Collaborate with Sales & Marketing to develop and maintain the Sales Forecast that drives the production planning process.
• Thorough understanding of how new products are introduced (from a planning viewpoint).
• Thorough understanding of promotion cycles by customer, product transitions, fluctuating trends, product seasonality.
• Monitor sales forecast performance and reflect in forecasting future sales after consulting with the Sales team.
• Perform ad-hoc analysis requests, as required.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects by collaborating closely with other teams in the organization.

Requirements

• Post-secondary education in Business, preferable with focus on Supply Chain.
• 2-3 years of supply chain experience or equivalent.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced Excel is a must.
• VBA, Python or any other language for statistical computing and data visualization would be a strength.
• Some ERP experience required.

What is the recipe for a great career at FGF?Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of.We have an entrepreneurial spirit that encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out-of-the-box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.

Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added or this description may be amended at any time.

In compliance with Ontario’s Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization.

FGF Brands may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of our recruitment and selection process. These tools may assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants. AI tools are used to support our recruitment process, with final hiring decisions made by our recruitment and hiring teams.

FGF Brands is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, please let our recruitment team know, and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.