Supply Chain Specialist

Panasonic Avionics Corporation; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental & vision

RPP/DCPP retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Panasonic Canada Inc. is seeking a Supply Chain Specialist to support inventory planning, forecasting, and purchasing coordination.

The role involves generating PSI forecasts, reviewing inventory, pricing, margins, and backorders, and coordinating with factories and stakeholders to fill backorders. You will work with SAP, Anaplan, Salesforce, and other systems, producing reports and dashboards, and supporting service teams and partners.

Qualifications

• University degree or college diploma in Business, Supply Chain Management (SCM), or a related field with a minimum of 3 years SCM or business support experience.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and SAP/APO systems.
• Ability to apply problem-solving, analytical, and reporting skills within guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare inventory, product mix, planning, and forecasting analyses, including baseline PSI forecasts based on monthly run rates by model and sales forecasts from historical data.
• Recommend purchase requirements and inventory levels to support demand planning and optimization.
• Create and distribute monthly/quarterly reports and dashboards; measure forecast accuracy and trends.
• Collaborate with third-party vendors across Canada and the U.S. to manage purchase orders with accurate details.
• Track direct shipment orders to ensure on-time delivery and maintain sales funnel accuracy.
• Create Salesforce reports; use SAP, Anaplan, Salesforce, and other portals; provide part number support.

Skills

MS Office

Analytical skills

Communication

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Bachelor/College in Business or SCM

Tools

SAP

APO

Job description

Overview

WHO YOU ARE AT PANASONIC CANADA:

Panasonic Canada Inc. is currently looking to hire for the position of Supply Chain Specialist.

Assists in the preparation of parts PSI - inventory, product mix, planning and forecasting analysis. Generates a baseline PSI forecast based on monthly run rates by model. Reviews inventory levels, pricing, and operating margins on a regular basis. Reviews back orders weekly. Reviews costing for assigned products and compares to ongoing business plan objectives. Requests product availability from factory, Panasonic US or other stakeholders to fill (potential) backorders. Liaises with factory with all ordering, part numbers, shipments and coordinating with PCI stakeholders including configuration, product management, sales and management.

This is a full-time position.

This position is hybrid. Any office-based work will be performed from our Mississauga office at Ambler Drive.

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada at the time of application. Please note, Panasonic Canada Inc. does not offer sponsorship to individuals for the purpose of obtaining temporary work permit/visa or permanent residency.

Responsibilities

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Prepares inventory, product mix, planning, and forecasting analyses, including generating baseline PSI forecasts based on monthly run rates by model and sales forecasts based on historical data and service team input.
• Recommends purchase requirements and inventory levels for management review to support demand planning and inventory optimization.
• Creates and distributes monthly and quarterly reports and dashboards, assists with management reporting requirements, and develops reports to measure forecast accuracy, inventory levels, trends, and corrective actions.
• Collaborates with third-party vendors across Canada and the U.S. to create and manage purchase orders, ensuring accurate order details, pricing, quantities, delivery requirements, and shipping information.
• Tracks direct shipment orders from third-party vendors to ensure products are delivered directly to customers, communicates upcoming deliveries with team members to maintain sales funnel health and accuracy, and escalates issues to management as required.
• Creates Salesforce reports upon request, works daily within SAP, Anaplan, Salesforce, and portal systems, and provides part number support to the service team and partners.

• Provides feedback to management to improve efficiencies and streamline processes, supports report users, identifies trends, makes necessary corrections, and assists in driving continuous process improvements.

Qualifications

MUST-HAVES:

• University degree or college diploma in Business, Supply Chain Management (SCM), or a related field, with a minimum of 3 years of related SCM or business support experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, as well as SAP and APO systems.
• Ability to work within established management guidelines while applying non-routine problem-solving, analytical, and reporting skills when required.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to present analysis results, maintain effective business relationships with internal departments and external customers/agencies, and occasionally communicate unfavorable outcomes.
• Knowledge of cultural diversity and sensitivity, with the ability to work effectively with non-domestic factories and international business partners.

WHAT YOU’LL EARN:

The annual salary range for this position is $70,000 - $80,000 CAD.

In addition, the position of Supply Chain Specialist is eligible for a maximum annual bonus of 10% of the base salary based on achievement of predetermined objectives.

Actual compensation offered to the selected incumbent will vary depending on the individual’s knowledge, skills and experience related to the role.

BENEFITS & PERKS – WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:

Panasonic Canada prioritizes total wellbeing. We offer a wide variety of benefits and programs to support your physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage with a Health Spending Account
• Panasonic Retirement Pension Plan (RPP/DCPP)
• Group Retirement Savings Plan (RSP)
• Pregnancy Leave Top Up
• Education Assistance Program/ Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Purchase Program
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Competitive Rates on Home and Auto Insurance
• Employee Volunteer Program – Paid Time Off for Volunteer Days
• Onsite Events!
• And many more benefits & perks

HYBRID WORK MODEL

Panasonic Canada Inc. supports a hybrid work model. We understand that flexibility is essential for employees to do their best work while also balancing personal and life needs. Employees can expect to be in the office for a variable number of days per week based on the needs of the business unit, while having the ability to also work remote.

Panasonic Canada Inc. offers a Flexible Work Options policy which includes the ability to work remote, mobile, and create a compressed work schedule.

WHO WE ARE:

Meet Panasonic! Panasonic Canada Inc., a subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation of North America, is a leading provider of Consumer Lifestyle technologies, as well as innovative Smart Mobility, Sustainable Energy, Immersive Experiences, and Integrated Supply Chain solutions for its business and government clients. Panasonic is creating technologies that move us.

At Panasonic Canada, we do more than just offer great products and solutions. We pride ourselves in promoting gender and culture equality, as well as encouraging personal growth and success to elevate our 350+ employees to their full potential. Their passion has been one of the driving forces behind our success for more than 100 years.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION AT PANASONIC CANADA, INC.

In order to drive our business to continued heights, our business practices and our contribution to society must be rooted in diversity, equity, and inclusion. We foster an environment in which everyone is able to share their voice and talents, in a safe space, where they have the opportunity and resources to fully realize their potential. We are therefore committed to developing and realizing programs, tools and processes that ensure a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for our employees.

AODA POLICY

Panasonic Canada Inc. has an accommodation process in place and provides accommodations for job applicants with disabilities as appropriate. Assessment and selection materials and procedures can be made available in accessible formats and methods as appropriate. If you require a specific accommodation because of disability or medical need, please let us know when selected to take part in our recruitment process so that reasonable arrangements can be made for the appropriate accommodations to be in place as you move through our process.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

We thank you for your interest in working for Panasonic Canada Inc.