Senior Demand & Supply Planner
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Business areas: NespressoCanada Inc.
Job title: Senior Demand & Supply Planner
Location :300 Léo-Pariseau suite 2300 Montréal QC Canada H2X 4B3;
A little bit about us
Nestlé Nespresso SA is a pioneer and is widely regarded as one of the top references in the field of high-quality portioned coffee. The company works with more than 168550 farmers in 18 countries through its AAA Sustainable Quality Program to embed sustainability practices on farms and the surrounding landscapes. Launched in 2003 in collaboration with the NGO Rainforest Alliance the program helps to improve the yield and quality of harvests ensuring a sustainable supply of high-quality coffee and improving livelihoods of farmers and their communities.
In 2022 Nespresso achieved B Corp certification joining an international movement of over 9700 purpose-led businesses that meet B Corpshigh standardsof social and environmental responsibility and transparency.
Headquartered in Vevey Switzerland Nespressooperatesin 96 markets andhas overitoperateda global retail network of 818 boutiques. For more information visit the Nespresso corporate website:.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a Senior Demand & Supply Planner to play a key role in ensuring strong forecast accuracy across the Canadian Nespresso portfolio. This role is critical in enabling high customer service levels by having optimized inventory while minimizing distribution costs. Acting as a subject matter expert for the end-to-endPlan to Executeprocess and the Monthly Forecast Review you will partner closely with Commercial Finance and Supply Chain teams to support effective businessdecision-making.
A day in the life of aSenior Demand and Supply Planner
In this role you combine analytical rigor with strong crossfunctional collaboration.
You lead andfacilitatethe Monthly Business Planning (MBP) cycle challenge assumptions highlight risks and opportunities and help drive consensus on the demand plan.
You activelymonitorforecast performance inventory levels and supply plans while supporting continuous improvement initiatives that enhance supply chain efficiency and onshelf availability across Canada.
You also act as Canadas voice with our global production and allocation teams atNespresso Canada proactively flagging supply gaps quantifying associated risks and advocating for adjustments to supply plans to ensure Canadian business needs are fully supported.
Main KPIs
Success in this role is measured through key planning and service indicatorsincluding:
forecast accuracy and bias (M1 / M3)
demand plan accuracy (DPA)
inventory coverage(stock cover)
stock availability
inventory turns (working capital) a
targeted customer service levels (fill rate).
Waste & destruction
With a strong sustainability mindset you will be responsible for proactively identifying risks of product expiry at least three months in advance and working closely with Marketing teams to accelerate sell through with the objective of achieving zero waste and zero product destruction.
You are also accountable for delivering timely high quality KPI reporting and actionable insights to support operational and business reviews.
You will also:
Actas a trusted advisor to crossfunctional partners
Contribute to portfolio and product lifecycle management (launchesphase-in/phase-outdiscontinuations)
Proactivelymanage inventory and supply risks
Ensureoptimalstock allocation across our distribution network (4 DCs) to support high service levels for our retail boutiques and ecommerce operations across Canada
Balanceavailability with network constraintswhichwill help optimizefulfillmentflows and delivery costs whilemaintaininghealthy inventory levels.
Act asa change agent you will lead or support process improvements system enhancements and continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance with Nestlé and Nespresso standards ethics and quality requirements.
What will make you successful
Asasuccessful candidate you will enjoy working in a highly energetic fast-pacedand exciting environment.
THE MUST HAVE:
A positive solutiondriven attitude bringing strong energy optimism and a collaborative mindset to complex challenges.
University degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must have 3-5 years of progressive and successful supply chain experience including demand planning.
Excellent knowledge of MS Excel & Power BI
Team player with excellent communication skills anddemonstratedability to work effectively across all functions and levels of the organization.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills coupled with highly organized approach
Bilingual (English and French)
THE NICE TO HAVE:
Experience of having worked in a similar environmenttoan International Company
Tools knowledge: OMP IML APO
Experience implementing LEAN concepts and tools
We have a friendly supportive team with a coaching and mentoring environment.
There are real opportunities for future development and progression this really could be a move towards the exciting Supply Chain careeryouvealways wanted
Benefits of working at Nespresso:
Comprehensive total rewards benefits package includingHealth and Dental benefits that start on day oneof employment
Companymatched pension plan
Flexible and hybridwork arrangements
Possibility to work on summer hours year-round(finishing the week on Fridays at 12:00 p.m.) provided certain conditions are met
Excellent training anddevelopment programsas well asopportunities to growwithin the company
Bonuseligibility
Free Headspace Account guidance to create habits to support your mental health
Free Nespresso Coffee Machinesand $100 monthly coffeecredit Up to 50% off Nespresso Coffee MachineCapsulesand accessories
Additionaldiscountson a variety of products and services offered by our preferred vendors and partnerships
What you need to know
We will be considering applicants as they apply so pleasedontdelay insubmittingyour application.
Nestlé Canada is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity equity inclusion and accessibility. We welcome qualified applicants to bring their diverse and unique experiencesas a result oftheir education perspectives culture ethnicity race sex gender identity and expressionorigin age languages spoken veterans status colour religion disability sexualorientationand beliefs.
If you are selected toparticipatein the recruitment process please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. Nestlé will work with youin an effort toensure that you are able to fullyparticipatein the process.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Nestlé is the world's largest food & beverage company. We unlock the power of food to enhance quality of life for everyone, today and for generations to come.
