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You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailWe are always looking for amazing talent who can contribute to our growth and deliver results! Geotab is seeking a Senior Supply Chain Planner who will create and optimize the organizations demand and supply plans and maintain and continuously improve planning parameters within the ERP system to drive an efficient and accurate MRP process. If you love technology and are keen to join an industry leader we would love to hear from you!
As a Senior Supply Chain Planner your key area of responsibility will be creating and optimizing the organizations demand and supply plans maintaining and continuously improving planning parameters within the ERP system and leveraging advanced analytical techniques and data modeling to enhance prediction accuracy and address historical forecasting challenges. You will need to work closely with cross-functional departments including Sales Business Development Revenue Operations Procurement Inventory Management Sourcing NPI and Contracted Manufacturers.
To be successful in this role you will be a self-starter with exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills strong communication and interpersonal relationship-building skills and a meticulous attention to detail. In addition the successful candidate will have deep expertise in quantitative forecasting techniques and advanced data analysis proven ability to implement and validate complex forecasting algorithms and extensive experience configuring and optimizing advanced planning features within D365 (or similar tier-one ERPs).
Develop and implement advanced statistical forecasting models (e.g. ARIMA Exponential Smoothing Machine Learning algorithms) to improve forecast accuracy and reduce forecast error particularly in areas of historical underperformance.
Design and develop predictive models utilizing large and diverse datasets to identify root causes of forecasting variances and recommend corrective actions.
Lead initiatives to identify evaluate and integrate new data sources (e.g. external market data sensor data macroeconomic indicators) to enrich forecasting models.
Work closely with commercial teams to understand demand drivers incorporate promotional plans new product launches and customer feedback into forecasts.
Optimize D365 planning parameters and configurations to ensure demand forecasts accurately translate into efficient MRP runs and inventory strategies troubleshooting and resolving integration issues.
Act as a subject matter expert in optimizing the use of Salesforce forecasting functions and integrating this data seamlessly into advanced planning systems identifying opportunities for automation and improved data integrity.
Develop and monitor a comprehensive suite of forecasting KPIs beyond just accuracy including bias error rates by product/region and impact of promotional activities using these metrics to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Actively participate in Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) meetings to align demand and supply plans across the organization.
Develop supply plans that align with demand forecasts considering production capacities lead times and supplier capabilities.
Propose and implement new forecasting methodologies and tools to overcome existing limitations and enhance predictive capabilities.
5 - 8 years of required previous experience in Supply Chain Planning or a role handling forecasting and planning with a strong emphasis on quantitative forecasting predictive analytics and data-driven supply chain optimization.
Deep expertise in quantitative forecasting techniques including time series analysis and regression analysis with a proven ability to implement and validate complex forecasting algorithms.
Exceptional proficiency in advanced data analysis statistical modeling and the ability to design and develop predictive models utilizing large and diverse datasets.
Proven expertise in configuring optimizing and troubleshooting advanced planning features within D365 (or similar tier-one ERPs) to drive automated and intelligent planning processes.
Highly advanced Excel skills including VBA for automation Power Query and Power Pivot for large dataset manipulation and complex scenario modeling.
Experience with data warehousing concepts and ETL processes to ensure data quality and availability for forecasting models.
Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders present data insights and plans clearly and compellingly to management and other teams.
Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills with a proven track record of diagnosing complex forecasting problems developing innovative solutions and driving data-backed strategic decisions.
Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously with high accuracy and meticulous attention to detail.
Familiarity with the forecasting function of the Salesforce System.
Flex working arrangements
Home office reimbursement program
Baby bonus & parental leave top up program
Online learning and networking opportunities
Electric vehicle purchase incentive program
Competitive medical and dental benefits
Retirement savings program
*The above are offered to full-time permanent employees only
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Full Time