Product Assortment & Demand Manager

Nexans; Markham; Vor Ort; CAD 90.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Dental coverage

Healthcare coverage

Vision coverage

Company matched plan

Retirement options

Zusammenfassung

Nexans in Canada (Ontario) is seeking a Product Assortment & Demand Manager to govern the product portfolio and align demand with supply and operations. You will coordinate with Sales, Customer Service, Operations and Supply Chain, and drive backlog visibility and delivery date accuracy.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years in product management or supply chain roles, with ERP/SAP experience. Hybrid work with some travel is offered.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Marketing, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Product Management, Sales Operations, Demand Planning, or Supply Chain coordination roles.
• Experience working with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across commercial and operational teams.

Aufgaben

• Own product master data governance within the ERP system and ensure data accuracy and governance compliance.
• Lead quarterly and annual product assortment reviews aligning portfolio with customer needs and company goals.
• Monitor backlog and delivery dates; coordinate with manufacturing and supply chain to manage ETAs.
• Act as a cross-functional liaison between Sales, Customer Service, Manufacturing and Supply Chain.
• Develop dashboards and insights to improve backlog visibility and delivery performance.

Kenntnisse

Product Management

Demand Planning

ERP (SAP)

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Jobbeschreibung

ONBOARDING YOU TO THE COMPANY

At Nexans our global vision is to electrify the future. Power Grid & Connect (G&C) – North America delivers energy infrastructure solutions that help shape the grid of tomorrow, ensuring security, efficiency and sustainability across the continent.

Nexans recognises the differences that make each employee valuable and unique. Diversity is key to performance and to our global ambition to lead the world in the energy transition towards a sustainable planet. This we know from experience. All differences are appreciated and respected at Nexans. As a result, you will be an active part of a multinational organisation where we cultivate the culture of sharing your unique point of view. This is why we encourage diversity in our recruitment – Bring yours to Nexans, it is welcome! #PowerToInnovate #PowerToImpact #PowerToCare

WHO ARE WE?

At Nexans our global vision is to electrify the future. For over a century, Nexans has played a crucial role in the electrification of the planet. With around 28,000 people in 42 countries, the Group is leading the charge to the new world of electrification: safer, sustainable, renewable, decarbonized and accessible to everyone Nexans recognizes the differences that make each employee valuable and unique.

WELCOMING YOU TO THE TEAM

Our story starts in 1911, manufacturing cables to support the distribution of power generated from Niagara Falls, Nexans has proudly contributed to Canada's growth. We have been involved in many of Canada's most ambitious projects; from dams, bridges, energy transmission and distribution to railroads and transportation. We are a vertically integrated manufacturer and our products are made at facilities located in Quebec, Ontario, and Saskatchewan.

As a Product Assortment & Demand Manager, you will report directly to the Leader, Commercial Excellence & Continuous Improvement of the Business Group PWR Grid&Connect North America.

GETTING TO KNOW THE POSITION

The Product Assortment & Demand Manager is responsible for governing the company’s product portfolio while ensuring alignment between customer demand, supply availability, and operational execution. The role combines product lifecycle management, master data governance, and demand coordination to support a consistent and transparent customer experience.

This position serves as a central liaison between Sales, Customer Service, Operations, and Supply Chain, managing backlog visibility, monitoring delivery commitments, and coordinating revised estimated delivery dates. Through structured product management and demand oversight, the role ensures portfolio clarity, ERP data integrity, and improved communication across the organization.

HOW YOU MAKE AN IMPACT

Product Master Data & Governance

• Own product master data (MDM) within the ERP system, ensuring data accuracy, completeness, and compliance with governance standards.
• Maintain ERP hygiene through routine audits and data quality reviews.
• Partner with IT and Operations to resolve data discrepancies and improve master data processes.

Product Assortment & Lifecycle Management

• Lead quarterly and annual product assortment reviews to align portfolio strategy with customer needs and company objectives.
• Analyze product performance, complexity, and profitability to recommend additions, rationalization, or product discontinuations.
• Manage product lifecycle governance including new product introductions, maintenance, and end-of-life transitions.
• Ensure clear communication of product changes across Sales, Marketing, and Operations.

Demand & Backlog Management

• Monitor and manage the customer order backlog to ensure visibility into demand and delivery commitments.
• Track and review revised estimated delivery dates (ETAs) with manufacturing plants and supply chain teams.
• Identify risks to customer deliveries and proactively communicate updates to Sales.
• Escalate critical supply constraints and coordinate cross-functional resolution efforts.
• Maintain alignment between customer expectations and operational realities.

Cross-Functional Demand Coordination

• Act as a key liaison between Sales, Customer Service, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams.
• Facilitate regular reviews of backlog status, order prioritization, and supply constraints.
• Support alignment of demand signals with operational capacity and inventory availability.
• Ensure consistent communication regarding order status, product availability, and supply changes.

Reporting, Insights & Continuous Improvement

• Support development of dashboards and reporting tools for product performance, backlog trends, and delivery performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve demand transparency, backlog visibility, and cross-functional coordination.
• Support process improvements that enhance customer experience and internal efficiency.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE ?

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Marketing, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Product Management, Sales Operations, Demand Planning, or Supply Chain coordination roles.
• Experience working with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across commercial and operational teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, industrial distribution, or B2B environments.
• Experience working with backlog management, demand planning, or supply coordination.
• Exposure to Lean or Continuous Improvement methodologies

WHY WORK WITH US?

• This role requires occasional travel (<10%) and will be in a hybrid environment (3 days in the office, 2 days remote)
• Interesting and varied work in an international, dynamic and multidisciplinary environment
• As a group, we believe in empowering our employees to reach their full potential, that’s why we’re committed to providing you with a range of internal mobility opportunities for professional and personal development
• Comprehensive benefits package including flexible dental/healthcare/vision options, a competitive Company matched Defined Contribution Plan, additional voluntary retirement fund options

Type of Position: New position

Use of AI: None

Salary: [$90,000.00 per annum to $100,000.00 per annum]

Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities

OUR GROWTH CULTURE

Among our employees we share the same values- we are pioneers of the energy transition, dedicated to deliver to the highest standards of performance united to achieve our ambitious goal.

At the individual level our growth culture is built on trust and collaboration. We wish to welcome you as a valuable member of our team. To enable impact we believe in autonomy at the local level at same time as we encourage knowledge sharing within our global engineering competence.