Your Responsibilities

1. Demand Forecasting

• Develop short-, medium-, and long-term demand forecasts using:
  • Historical data
  • Market trends
  • Promotions
  • Product launches
• Measure forecast accuracy and correct variances.

2. Process Transformation

• Design and implement a global demand-planning process.
• Establish common:
  • Planning methods
  • Planning calendars
  • Roles and responsibilities
• Continuously improve the planning process.

3. Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)

• Lead the demand-planning component of the monthly S&OP cycle.
• Bring teams together around consensus forecasts.
• Present scenarios, risks, and opportunities to senior management.

4. Systems, Data & Analytics

• Optimize the use of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
• Improve data reliability and quality.
• Develop dashboards in collaboration with IT and business teams.

5. Performance & KPIs

Define and monitor KPIs related to:

• Forecast accuracy
• Forecast bias
• Inventory turnover
• Inventory health
• Service levels

Analyze variances and recommend corrective actions.

6. Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work with:

• Sales
• Marketing
• Product Management
• Finance
• Operations
• Procurement

The objective is to align demand, capacity, inventory, and financial objectives.

• Perform other related duties as required.

Candidate Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in:
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Business Administration
  • Operations Management
  • Engineering
  • Statistics
  • Finance
  • Or another related field

Experience

• At least 8 years of progressive experience in:
  • Demand planning
  • Forecasting
  • Supply chain planning
  • S&OP
• Experience designing and implementing demand-planning processes.
• Experience with transformation projects and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of forecasting and integrated planning practices in:
  • Manufacturing
  • Distribution
  • Consumer products
• International experience is preferred.

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of:

• Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
• Advanced Excel
• Statistical forecasting methods
• Power BI or an equivalent analytics tool

Communication & Leadership

Ability to:

• Translate complex analysis into practical recommendations
• Mobilize and coordinate multiple teams
• Present findings and recommendations to senior management

Language

• French and English bilingualism, both spoken and written, is required to collaborate with international suppliers and partners.

Travel

• Willingness to travel approximately 20–30% of the time when required.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

The following would make a candidate stand out:

• APICS CPIM
• APICS CSCP
• IBF CPF or equivalent certification
• Experience across multiple regions of North America and Europe
• Experience in:
  • Plastics
  • Accessories
  • Equipment protection
• Knowledge of:
  • DELMIA planning and optimization solutions
  • Advanced Planning Systems (APS)
  • S&OP / IBP platforms
• Experience with SQL
• Advanced data analytics experience