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Demand Planning Manager (Hybrid - Markham, ON, CANADA)

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Logistics
    Data
  • Markham

AI generated summary

  • You need a business degree, 5+ years in demand planning, strong Excel & SAP skills, experience in automation, analytical and communication skills, and fluency in English.
  • You will create accurate demand plans, analyze sales data, adjust forecasts, collaborate with teams, manage product lifecycles, and lead continuous improvement initiatives using analytics tools.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field with demonstrated experience in demand planning or business analytics
  • Minimum 5 years Demand Planning, Replenishment or Inventory Planning, Category Management, Business Analytics or related experience in consumer goods, pharmaceutical goods or related industry
  • High proficiency with Excel, SAP, APO, SAP BW, demand planning systems, Power BI
  • Experienced creator of automated tools and dashboards in PowerBI and Microsoft Excel using SQL, Power Query, VBA and other automation methods
  • Demonstrates exceptional analytical skills, ability to proactively identify and root-cause issues and deliver compelling insights and fact-based recommendations
  • Exhibits very strong business sense, communication and presentation skills
  • Prior experience leading new system implementation an asset
  • Deadline driven and results orientation
  • Demonstrates a passion and experience leading continuous improvement initiatives
  • English Fluent level

Responsibilities

  • Building upon a statistical forecast and using the LEGO demand planning system and tools, deliver an accurate monthly demand plan for consumer sales and shipments for the 4 to 8-month short term demand planning horizon.
  • For the assigned portfolio of themes, plan consumer sales and shipments at item level, with a focus on monthly theme topline and item error (MAPE) accuracy.
  • Add value to baseline statistical model forecast through independent analyses and select item-level overrides.
  • Ensure demand planning system accurately reflects known customer/marketing activities, product launches and promotional activities.
  • Support effective product life cycle management in the demand plan by ensuring that accurate product launch, exiting and limited production items are accurately reflected in the demand planning system.
  • Review market and key account item inventory levels and inputs from Customer Planners and incorporate these insights into the demand plan forecasts to maintain retail in-stocks while avoiding excess inventory.
  • Collaborate with Marketing and Sales to align on monthly topline and theme level forecasts based on review of performance trends and forecast assumptions. Reflect the joint consensus outlook in the demand plan.
  • Lead team Continuous Improvement initiatives, new system and tool implementation, and creation of automated dashboards and analytical tools in PowerBI and Excel to improve team forecasting effectiveness and productivity.
  • Support Monthly S&OP deliverables including consolidation of customer and theme forecasts, evaluation of forecast accuracy, and analysis and presentation of key theme performance trends and recommendations to senior stakeholders.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Demand Planning Manager.

Where is this position located?

This position is based in Markham, Ontario, Canada.

Is this a remote work position?

Yes, this position follows a hybrid work model, requiring an average of three days per week in the office.

What are the core responsibilities of the Demand Planning Manager?

The core responsibilities include developing accurate monthly demand plans, managing inventory levels, collaborating with Marketing and Sales, and leading continuous improvement initiatives.

What are the educational requirements for this role?

A Bachelor's degree in a business-related field is required.

How many years of experience are required for this position?

A minimum of 5 years of experience in demand planning, replenishment, inventory planning, category management, or related fields is required.

What software skills are necessary for this role?

High proficiency with Excel, SAP, APO, SAP BW, demand planning systems, and Power BI is necessary, along with experience in creating automated tools and dashboards.

What kind of analytical skills are expected in this role?

Candidates should demonstrate exceptional analytical skills with the ability to proactively identify issues and deliver fact-based insights and recommendations.

Will I be involved in system implementation?

Yes, prior experience in leading new system implementation is considered an asset for this position.

What kind of benefits does the LEGO Group offer?

Benefits include enhanced paid leave, life and disability insurance, wellbeing resources, a generous colleague discount, and a bonus scheme based on performance.

Does the LEGO Group promote diversity and inclusion in its hiring process?

Yes, the LEGO Group is committed to diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Are there opportunities for continuous improvement initiatives within the team?

Yes, leading continuous improvement initiatives is a core responsibility of the Demand Planning Manager.

Is knowledge of languages other than English advantageous for this role?

While English fluency is required, knowledge of additional languages can be considered an asset.

Our mission is to inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow.

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Mission & Purpose

We are the LEGO Group, the company behind the world’s most loved LEGO® bricks. Our brand name derived from the two Danish words Leg Godt, which mean “Play Well”. We’ve been sparking imaginations and inspiring the builders of tomorrow since 1932. This is our mission and what motivates our colleagues around the world every day. Today, we remain proudly family-owned with headquarters in Billund, Denmark. We have regional hubs in Boston, USA; London, UK; Shanghai, China; and Singapore, as well as 7 manufacturing facilities around the world. These places are home to 28,000+ colleagues in everything from design and engineering to digital technology and marketing. Together we learn, imagine and build – creating play experiences that are sold in over 130 countries worldwide. A purposeful and responsible global brand where creativity helps to inspire builders all around the world. Just imagine being part of that!