Demand Planner

Job Title: Demand Planner - Canada

Location: Paris, Ontario – Full Time In-Office

At Rawlings, our mission is to enhance the performance and enjoyment of athletes of all ages and abilities through innovation and marketing of the finest sports equipment and apparel available.

General Overview:

The Demand Planner is responsible for managing the end-to-end demand planning process for assigned customers/channels, including developing and optimizing SKU-level forecasts. Optimize demand plans to serve consumers, drive profitable growth, and deliver revenue targets while improving forecast accuracy and Forecast Value Added (FVA). Provide decision support across the organization with data-driven insights.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

• Legally entitled to work in Canada
• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field
• 3-5 years Sales forecasting and inventory management experience at CPG company or Retail Company
• Advanced Analytical skills - ability to brainstorm, gather data, detect outliers or trends, interpret data, and make decisions based on multiple different data points
• Expert Forecasting Skills – utilize multiple different forecasting metrics (% variance, turn, WOS, % to total, trend analysis) to determine a strategic and accurate forecast
• Strong knowledge of retail math and ability to read trends in sales and inventory and utilize to make decisions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with high-level capabilities in Excel
• Experience with ERP/MRP software systems, JD Edwards knowledge is desired
• Experience with Demand Planning software systems, Anaplan knowledge is desired
• Positive, solution-focused attitude with a team-oriented growth mindset
• Focus on continuous improvement
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including influencing skills
• Passion for Sports and Drive to Succeed (Preferred)

Specific Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required:

• Ability to define the difference between a demand baseline and components of demand
• Understanding of the impact of demand changes on service levels, inventory, and supply chain capacity
• Ability to identify trends and forecast levels using statistical tools and business intelligence.
• Solid understanding of the systems used to complete all demand planning requirements
• Experience with data security processes.

Competencies:

Additional:

• This posting is for an existing vacancy.
• We utilize artificial intelligence tools to assist in screening applications.
• This position requires a successful candidate to work full-time in office Monday to Friday.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary.
• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance.
• Group savings plan with company match.
• Professional development opportunities.
• A collaborative and inclusive company culture.

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. Position may be required to perform other duties as needed.