Sr. Demand Planner

Job Description

Job Description

Join Riverside Natural Foods Ltd., a $300 million+ Canadian-based, family-owned, and globally operating business, committed to leaving the world better than we found it. As a B-Corp certified, Triple-Bottom Line company, we proudly manufacture nutritious, 'better-for-you' snacks such as MadeGood and GOOD TO GO. We value teamwork, humility, respect, ownership, adaptability, grit, and fun.

We're on an ambitious mission to double our business by 2027, and we need talented individuals like you to help us reach new heights. At Riverside, you'll have the opportunity to chart your own path to success while contributing to ours. We believe anything worth doing is worth doing right, and our values will guide us through the rugged terrain – and yes, it will get rough. But that's what makes the journey worthwhile.

So, lace up your boots and let's tackle the climb together.

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Position Summary / Objective :

The Senior Demand Planner will own the end-to-end demand planning process, collaborating with cross-functional teams—including Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain—to create accurate and actionable forecasts.

This role requires a strategic mindset, analytical rigor, and a proactive approach to managing demand volatility in a high-growth environment.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure unconstrained demand plan accuracy :

• Review weekly sales performance, forecast accuracy, variance, and week-over-week (WOW) forecast changes for assigned portfolios.
• Adjust forecasts using statistical models in SAP-IBP and optimize forecasting methodologies as needed to maintain accurate forecasts and communicate anomalies to Supply Planning and Key Account Managers (KAMs).
• Conduct deep dives into demand trends, KAM insights, and seasonality following KAM meetings.
• Lead and participate in S&OE (Sales & Operations Execution) meetings with Supply Planning, CSC, Sales & Strategy, and Procurement teams to address supply risks.
• Prepare for and lead pre-consensus meetings with Key Account Managers (KAMs), including reviewing baseline, promotional, and KAM intelligence data (full-year volume and dollar forecasts).
• Provides leadership and direction for business teams on matters regarding supply chain, forecasting, and demand planning, adjusting the communication accordingly.
• Prepare for monthly consensus meetings and review gaps versus Annual Operating Plans (AOP).
• Conduct risk and opportunity (R&O) scenario planning in preparation for monthly Demand Review meetings.
• Work closely with our Customer Supply Chain team to acquire insights into future demand.
• Perform ad hoc scenario planning for promotions, opportunities, and risks to enhance Supply Planning visibility.
• Review forecast accuracy and bias reports monthly, addressing root causes of deviations and collaborating with KAMs for resolution.
• Maintain alignment with S&OP processes, updating forecasts post-S&OP and communicating key takeaways.
• Support KAMs on annual planning as needed, ensuring consistent communication and alignment.

Manage portfolio and life cycle of their portfolio :

Reporting Relationships

The position reports directly to the Demand Planning Manager.

Education & Qualifications

Skills & Abilities

Please note this role is an existing vacancy.

Salary Range

$90,000—$105,000 CAD

At Riverside, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation and job posting practices. The range above reflects the target compensation for the position at the time of posting. Exact compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education, and training, as well as other organizational needs, while balancing internal equity.

What we expect :

What We Offer :

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How to Apply :

If you have the commitment to excellence, the energy, the attitude and experience we need, then please submit your resume to careers(AT)riversidenaturals with the job title you are applying for in the subject line or click the apply button!

Riverside Natural Foods Ltd. is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you have a disability and require accommodation in the interview process, please let us know when you apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, due to volume, please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Disclaimer : As part of our recruitment process, we may use technology-assisted tools, including automated systems, to support the review and assessment of applications. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All decisions related to screening, interviewing, and selection are made by our Talent Acquisition and hiring teams.