258 Demand Planner jobs in Canada

Job Description

About Us !
As part of the largest baking company in the world, Bimbo Canada is a leading producer and distributor of packaged fresh bread, bakery products and snacks. We produce and distribute more than 1,000 products across; 18 brands Canadians know and trust, like Dempster's®, Villaggio®, POM®, Bon Matin®, Stonemill®, Natural Bakery®, Takis®, Thomas'®, Little Bites™, Vachon®, Hostess® and more.

In business for more than 110 years, the company operates 15 bakeries and employs approximately 4,000 associates across Canada. Bimbo Canada creates value by being at the forefront of manufacturing and service delivery innovation in the baking industry through the continued improvement and refinement of its supply chain network while serving major grocery chains, retail outlets and foodservice operations across Canada.

At Bimbo Canada, we’re more than just a bakery - we’re a family dedicated to baking delicious moments for millions. Our beliefs are the foundation of our success, and we’re looking for people who share our commitment to excellence.

Position Summary:
We are seeking a (highly analytical and commercially astute) Demand Planner to drive strategic forecasting and shape our demand planning process and capabilities across a dynamic and growing SKU portfolio. This role is pivotal to our business, operating at the intersection of Sales, Supply Chain, and Finance to align demand signals with business objectives and market realities. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in FMCG/CPG planning environments, be highly collaborative, and excited to influence cross-functional teams, including senior leadership, through data and insights. This is a hands-on, highly visible role, ideal for an analytical self-starter who thrives on driving cross-functional alignment and influencing business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Master Business Dynamics: Analyze baseline volumes, promotional lift effects, seasonality patterns, and market trends to build a deep understanding of demand drivers. Develop and maintain rolling forecasts using statistical models, market intelligence, and input from commercial teams
• Drive Multi-Level Forecasting: Own end-to-end demand forecasts—SKU, category, and regional—partnering with Sales Account Managers and Field Sales to align on targets and assumptions.
• Optimize Forecasting Tools: Ensure Oracle Cloud and Excel inputs are accurate and up to date; deliver clear, actionable outputs to Customer Business Teams and Supply Planning.
• Facilitate Consensus & Alignment: Lead cross-functional demand review sessions, synthesize divergent views, and secure stakeholder buy-in—including senior leadership—to a unified forecast. This includes Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Finance
• Leverage Data & Insights: Proactively surface and interpret key trends, statistical analyses, and KPIs to inform decisions and identify opportunities for improvement. Deep understanding of key demand drivers: baseline volume, promotional lift, seasonality, new product introductions, and competitive dynamics. Ability to translate sales targets, marketing plans, and external market signals into actionable demand plans.
• Steer S&OP Excellence: Own the Sales & Operations Planning process end-to-end—from data collection and roll-up to presentation of final plans and follow-up on action items.
• Elevate Performance Metrics: Continuously monitor Forecast Accuracy and Bias, diagnose root causes of variance, and implement targeted initiatives to exceed KPI goals.
• Champion Cross-Functional Projects : Contribute expertise to strategic initiatives—new product launches, system optimizations, and process enhancements—to advance company objectives through collaboration. Develop KPIs and dashboards to monitor forecast performance, highlight gaps, and drive continuous improvement

Experience & Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Business Analytics, or a closely related quantitative field.
• Advanced coursework or certification (e.g., APICS CPIM/CSCP, ISE’s Demand Planning certification) is a plus.
• 5+ years working as a Demand Planner or Sales Planning Analyst in FMCG / CPG Industries
• Experience working with large retail customers, trade promotion planning, and e-commerce is a plus
• Exposure to end-to-end S&OP/IBP cycles, including demand reviews, supply reviews, and executive business reviews.
• Familiarity with time-series methods (moving averages, regression, causal modeling) and basic programming (SQL, Python/R) to manipulate and analyze large datasets
• Performance driven with a strong bias for action, well organized and able to prioritize effectively 
• Detail oriented, excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Oracle Cloud knowledge is a plus
• Worked effectively on a virtual team environment
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with a proven ability to drive alignment across commercial and operational teams
• The working language of this position is English, knowledge of French is preferred.

Growth Opportunities: Bimbo Canada is committed to your personal and professional growth. We offer training, development, and advancement opportunities within our organization.

Innovation : Be part of a company that constantly innovates in the food industry. Your work will contribute to creating delicious products loved by millions.

The Bimbo Way:  We believe in the special dignity and value of the human person.  We believe that as people we form one community and we believe that this community is focused on getting results.  We do this by competing and winning in the market with superior quality in everything we do.  We believe in being sharp operators; that is, being very, very good at what we do, and always acting with integrity so that as a company we can transcend and endure for a very long time. That’s the Bimbo Way. 
We are incredibly proud of our distinction as one of Canada’s Most Admired Cultures by Waterstone Human Capital . This recognition is a reflection of how strong, people-first culture drives exceptional performance and sets us apart as industry leaders.  Bimbo Canada was also named one of the 2024 Best Places to Work by Canadian HR Reporter (CHRR) !    This tremendous honour recognizes our commitment to creating an outstanding workplace for our associates. 
If you are ready to join a company that values its associates and bakes delicious moments every day, apply today!

Your journey with Bimbo Canada starts here.

We thank all interested applicants, but only those selected will be contacted. Please note all offers of employment at Bimbo Canada (Formerly Canada Bread Company Limited) are conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-hire background check (including but not limited to criminal history, reference, credit and/or physical demands checks) as appropriate for the role and as permitted by law.

Bimbo Canada is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to building a diverse workplace that promotes diversity, equity and belonging in the workplace, and encourages applications from qualified people of all genders, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities. We welcome applications from all interested individuals; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

 

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We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Capacity Planner to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for forecasting future capacity needs and developing strategic plans to ensure we have the necessary resources to meet demand. This role requires a strong understanding of data analysis, supply chain management, and operational processes. The Capacity Planner will collaborate with various departments, including operations, sales, and finance, to optimize resource utilization and drive business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop the Demand Planning Process: Analyze and map the current flow of information, then design and implement a structured, end-to-end demand planning process.

• Gather Intelligence: Liaise directly with Sales, Marketing, and Customer Service teams to gather crucial customer feedback, market intelligence, and promotional information to enrich the forecast.

• Forecasting and Analysis: Analyze historical data, market trends, and business forecasts to predict future capacity requirements for people, equipment, and facilities.

• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement long-term and short-term capacity plans to align with business objectives and mitigate potential bottlenecks.

• Data Modeling: Create and maintain capacity models to simulate different scenarios and assess the impact of various business decisions.

• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to gather data, understand business needs, and communicate capacity-related insights and recommendations.

• Performance Monitoring: Track and report on key capacity metrics, identifying areas for improvement and making data-driven recommendations.

• Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and improve capacity planning processes, tools, and methodologies.

• Peak Season preparation: Optimize resource allocation to ensure efficient use of assets and timely delivery of products or services.

• Risk Management: Identify potential capacity constraints and develop contingency plans to mitigate risks.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.

• Experience: 4 - 5 years of experience in capacity planning, demand planning, supply chain analysis, or a similar role.

• Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Python, R).

  • Experience with capacity planning software or ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).

  • Strong understanding of statistical forecasting methods.

  • Proficiency with Google Workspace (G Suite), particularly Google Sheets, for collaboration and data analysis.

• Soft Skills:

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information to diverse audiences.

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

  • Exceptional attention to detail.

  • Thrives in Ambiguity: You have a proven ability to navigate uncertainty, create structure where none exists, and make sound decisions with incomplete information.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Company Description:

Xediton is a specialty pharmaceutical company with a focus on meeting the needs of patients, physicians, and partners. We are located in Oakville, Ontario.

Inventory Analyst & Demand Planner

The Inventory Analyst is responsible for monitoring and managing inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability and accuracy. This role uses data analysis and forecasting to prevent stockouts or overstock situations, improve inventory turnover, and support operational efficiency. The Inventory Analyst collaborates closely with procurement, warehouse, and sales teams. The role is responsible for all supply chain activities.

Job Description & Key responsibilities:

·   Responsible for the supply chain process and the management of inventory

·   Tracking inventory from manufacturing through to in-transit and delivery to ensure timely stock replenishment.

·   Reconcile inventory at various locations and identify any discrepancies

·   Responsible for physical counts; Investigate, determine root cause and resolve all inventory discrepancies

·   Manage inventory forecasting and be a key part of the S&OP process by creating inventory plans based on sales forecasts, historical data and market trends

·   Monitor stock levels and adjust safety stock parameters accordingly.

·   Work collaboratively with the warehouse and 3PL to ensure all orders are delivered within the required delivery dates

·   Coordinate supply chain with production schedule

·   Receive products in inventory system

• Prepare excel models taking into account inventory on hand, demand, replenishments.
• Prepare inventory reports showing inventory counts, orders, statuses, discrepancies, and other statistical data and KPIs like stock accuracy, inventory days, and order fulfillment rates
• Recommend process improvements to optimize inventory control and reduce costs.
• Maintain inventory databases and systems
• Create POs as required
• Responsible for Min/Max analysis and right sizing to ensure optimal inventory quantities on hand

Skills & Qualification

The successful candidate is a highly motivated, enthusiastic and dynamic team player who is resourceful and dedicated and has competencies in adapting to changing environments.

Competencies:

• At least 5 years inventory experience 
• University Business degree.
• Proficient computer skills; Intermediate or Advanced  Excel user
• Experience using inventory or ERP systems (e.g., SAP Business One).
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Understanding of Inventory systems
• Developed interpersonal skills, good team player.

·   Superior organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and deadlines, works well under pressure and has a sense of urgency.

·   Maintain a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills

·   Ability to demonstrate a high level of integrity.

·   The successful candidate will be interested in the business and have hands-on approach and be involved with reshaping the business.

• General knowledge in inventory control, material planning and ERP systems.

If this opportunity is of interest to you and are looking to working in a small company with growth opportunities, we would like to speak with you .

To apply, please apply on LinkedIn or email your application and resume

While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.