Strategic Supply Chain Planner: Forecasting & Replenishment

RiseMe; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Flanagan Foodservice is seeking a Supply Chain Planner to forecast, plan, and replenish inventory across our product portfolio, ensuring continuous supply through the distribution network. The role focuses on balancing supply and demand to meet fill rate and inventory turns in a fast-paced environment.

You will generate reports, collaborate with sales and category teams, manage seasonal promotions, and analyze KPI data to drive decisions. APICS CPIM/CSCP and Lean certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in supply chain planning/buying with a major retailer or food manufacturer.
• Food and Beverage industry experience/knowledge.
• Strong understanding of inventory management practices.
• Post-secondary education in business, supply chain or related field.
• Experience with ERP and forecasting/replenishment software such as JDA.
• Advanced Excel skills and MS Office.
• Excellent organization, prioritization, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Forecasting and replenishment of food and beverage items and other assigned categories.
• Aim to achieve inventory level, inventory turns, and fill rate objectives.
• Issue purchase orders and coordinate with vendors to maintain supply.
• Collaborate with territory managers to align stocking with market conditions.
• Seasonal forecasting and promo planning.
• Manage inventory to meet shelf life and DC capacity.
• Handle obsolete inventory and write-offs for the portfolio.
• Respond to sales requests daily and provide planning support.
• Work with category managers to execute product strategy.
• Communicate supplier issues and supply risks to stakeholders.
• Analyze KPI data to drive decisions.
• Provide root-cause analysis for stock-outs and excess stock.
• Complete health and safety, food safety, and QA training.
• Report concerns related to safety and integrity of items.
• Follow WHMIS and safety procedures; maintain a clean workspace.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forecasting & replenishment

Inventory management

Analytical & critical thinking

Communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Post-secondary education in business or supply chain

APICS CPIM/CSCP certification

Six Sigma/Lean certification

Tools

ERP systems (JDA)

Microsoft Excel (Advanced)

Warehouse/ERP forecasting tools

Job description

Flanagan Foodservice is seeking a Supply Chain Planner to forecast, plan, and replenish inventory across our product portfolio, ensuring continuous supply through the distribution network. The role focuses on balancing supply and demand to meet fill rate and inventory turns in a fast-paced environment.

You will generate reports, collaborate with sales and category teams, manage seasonal promotions, and analyze KPI data to drive decisions. APICS CPIM/CSCP and Lean certifications are preferred.