Demand planner

Hello! My name is Angela, and I am a Recruitment Consultant at Fed Supply, a specialized recruitment agency focused on supply chain, logistics, transportation, and customer service. We recruit for both temporary and permanent positions throughout the Greater Montreal Area.
Mission Our client, a growing manufacturing company located on Montreal's South Shore, is looking for a Demand Planner to support the evolution of its S&OP process.
Reporting to management, the Demand Planner will be responsible for demand forecasting, facilitating S&OP demand reviews, and continuously improving planning processes. This role requires strong analytical, influencing, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain short-, medium-, and long-term demand forecasts.
• Analyze historical data, market trends, orders, and input from commercial teams.
• Identify gaps, risks, and opportunities that may impact future demand.
• Lead demand review meetings with Sales, Marketing, and other key stakeholders.
• Monitor key KPIs, including Forecast Accuracy, Forecast Bias, and MAPE.
• Develop scenarios and recommendations to support S&OP decision-making.
• Contribute to the improvement, standardization, and automation of planning processes.

Your profile Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Demand Planning, S&OP, IBP, or Supply Chain.
• Experience in a B2B manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of S&OP processes and demand forecasting KPIs.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP or planning systems; knowledge of D365 is an asset.
• Bilingual in French and English.
• Strong analytical, communication, and influencing skills.
• Autonomous, business-minded, and comfortable working in a transforming environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive group insurance plan, largely employer-paid.
• Retirement plan with employer contribution.
• Telemedicine services and Employee Assistance Program.
• Professional development opportunities.