Demand Planner Jobs

Cavendish Farms is a leading producer of frozen food products in markets throughout Canada, the United States, around the world… and we’re still growing. We’ve got a Head Office in Dieppe, NB with Sales Offices located in Toronto, Montreal and Boston. We’re a company that rewards performance and initiative, looking for people who deserve to be recognized for rolling up their sleeves and getting the job done.
Reporting to the Manager, Demand Planning, the successful candidate must thrive in a fast paced, ever changing environment while maintaining a high level of professionalism, accuracy and detail. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a “can do” attitude. Responsible for developing the demand plan at the level required to support Integrated Business Planning Process and Supply Chain Planning. Working with various stakeholders, the successful candidate will communicate plan changes and develop scenarios using multiple inputs and analysis.
Successful Candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• University degree or College diploma or equivalent experience in business;
• Experience using Cognos and Forecasting System would be considered an asset.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills;
• Knowledge of forecasting techniques and developing forecasting models;
• Background in statistics or math;
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail;
• Proficiency in MS Office is required;
• Previous experience in MRP/ERP systems, production control & inventory management will be considered an asset;
• Quality of analysis to support critical business decision making;
• Experience in programming MS Excel Macros would be considered an asset;
• Ability to coordinate working with a team and various departments;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;

Key Responsibilities:

• Relate and measure the impact of forecast accuracy;
• Maintain the system and historical database.
• Discussing issues, concerns related to the Demand Plan;
• Make recommended adjustments to forecast and on changes in demand and market trends;
• Conduct current and future forecasting analysis, ensuring forecasting processes and methods are followed;
• Evolve and maintain documentation and standard operating procedures for demand planning processes and systems;
• Analyze Forecast trends;
• Prepare, report and communicate forecast measurement to management;
• Update and create new scenarios as needed or requested;
• Develop the demand plan at the aggregate level and item level based on changes to assumptions, risks, opportunities and uncertainties;
• Evaluate metrics of Demand Plan Accuracy and develop root cause analysis;
• Design and generate weekly and monthly statistical forecast reports;
• Identify, investigate, and communicate changes to demand as necessary;
• Continuously improve forecasting techniques, method and approach;
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to discuss implication of inputs from Sales and Marketing on Demand such as Market, Innovation, Media Calendar;
• Assemble and analyze all data pertinent to creating the sales forecast (historical sales, market trends, seasonality, promotions)

Cavendish Farms is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Health & wellness reimbursements, includes gym memberships, fitness classes or online workout programs
• Maternity leave top-up program (if applicable)
• Employee & Family Assistance Programs
• Opportunities to take part in job related training and development as well as 24/7 access to online curated learning
• A flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan
• Hybrid Work Schedule (if applicable) to provide you the flexibility to work from home up to 2 days per week
• RRSP matching program
• Growth and progression opportunities within Cavendish Farms and the larger network of the JD Irving group of companies

For further details, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected].
To Apply for this Career Opportunity:
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We appreciate your interest in our company! Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Cavendish Farms Corporation is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.
Additional Information

• Posting Date: May 8, 2023