Demand PlannerPlanificateur, demande

IPEX is one of North Americas leading providers of advanced plastic piping systems. Our mission is to shape a better tomorrow by connecting people with water and energy.

We currently have an exciting opportunity as a Demand Planner. This role is based in Oakville Ontario and reports to the Country Lead Demand Planning.

Do not miss the opportunity to join a diverse group of people-centric professionals thought leaders and rapid thinkers entrepreneurs in spirit and status quo-fighters!

Job Summary

As a Demand Planner you will play a pivotal role in shaping the demand plans that drive business decisions across IPEXs Canadian operations. Combining forecasting expertise business insight and market intelligence you will help optimize service levels inventory performance and supply chain responsiveness.

Working closely with Sales Supply Chain Manufacturing Product Management and other business stakeholders you will lead consensus forecasting efforts challenge assumptions evaluate risks and opportunities and translate complex data into actionable recommendations. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence planning strategies contribute to the continued evolution of SAP IBP and help advance demand planning capabilities that support business growth and operational excellence across IPEX.

Principal Responsibilities

• Shape and own demand forecasts by combining statistical analysis market intelligence customer trends and commercial insights to support business growth and operational performance.

• Lead the consensus forecasting process by partnering with Sales and business stakeholders to validate assumptions challenge forecasts and drive accountability and commitment to agreed-upon demand plans.

• Identify emerging demand trends risks and opportunities through ongoing performance analysis using insights to strengthen forecast accuracy and support better business decisions.

• Translate complex data into meaningful insights reports and recommendations that influence planning priorities and improve organizational visibility.

• Support product launches promotions projects and product lifecycle changes by ensuring demand plans accurately reflect evolving market conditions.

• Contribute to the advancement of IPEXs planning capabilities through forecasting enhancements SAP IBP adoption process improvements and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

• 5 years of progressive experience in demand planning forecasting supply chain planning or a related analytical role preferably within a manufacturing industrial distribution or consumer products environment.

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Business Engineering Analytics or a related discipline or an equivalent combination of education training and practical experience.

• Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with Sales and cross-functional stakeholders to build consensus challenge assumptions drive accountability and influence business decisions.

• Proven experience developing demand forecasts applying forecasting methodologies and supporting S&OP/IBP processes.

• Strong communication influencing conflict resolution and stakeholder management skills.

• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to identify trends investigate variances and translate data into actionable business insights.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis with the ability to synthesize large volumes of information into actionable business insights.

• Experience working with ERP and demand planning platforms such as SAP IBP SAP APO or similar planning systems.

• Experience with Power BI SQL Snowflake Tableau or other reporting and data visualization tools is considered an asset.

• Self-motivated and resourceful with the ability to work independently manage competing priorities and thrive in a dynamic environment.

• APICS (CPIM CSCP) or similar professional certifications are considered an asset.

The compensation for this position is between $81300 - $101600 annually based on experience and qualifications.

IPEX is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and upon request will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicants accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs. To request an accommodation please contact HR at

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Yearly Salary Salary: 81300 - 101600