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Immediate supervisor: VP, Supply Chain and Operations
Job Summary :
The Purchasing Planning Specialist works closely with the Demand Planning and Procurement team members to update short- and medium-term forecasts. He/she is responsible for updating and analyzing customer and product data to generate reports that will guide inventory management decisions. The specialist will also be responsible for processing purchase and supply requests in an efficient manner for several suppliers, in accordance with the company's processes, policies and objectives.
Detailed Functions:
Build close relationships with internal teams to understand and resolve challenges and issues related to demand planning.
Support the sales team: production of reports and analysis of our customers.
Collect and analyze point of sale data: update and distribute reports.
Analyze and prepare monthly demand planning reports (key performance indicators, deadlines, activity status, etc.).
Purchases and supplies assigned products for inventory needs or for direct delivery to customers (Direct Import).
Assume supply management responsibilities for assigned lines.
Act as a resource person in demand planning and procurement according to our business needs.
Skills & Qualifications:
You have excellent analytical skills and a critical mind.
You are autonomous, proactive and solution oriented.
You are organized, rigorous and methodical.
You are good at communicating, you have an excellent team spirit, and you like to work in a collaborative mode.
You have a good ability to manage time and priorities and to juggle several files simultaneously.
You are a quick learner, and this is a source of motivation.
Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as supply chain management, or equivalent.
2-4 years experience in a similar role.
Knowledge of planning and supply chain a plus.
Experience in producing analyses and reports.
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel (pivot tables, SEARCHV).
Knowledge of SAP demand planning and inventory management modules is an asset.
Knowledge of the consumer goods industry, an asset.
Experience with online retailer platforms, an asset.
Bilingual French-English (written and spoken).
Immediate supervisor: Project Manager, Product Development
Job Summary :
The Coordinator, PD will be providing administrative support to the Product Development team. He/she is responsible for collecting and updating product information and is actively involved in the coordination of various projects.
Detailed Job Description :
Coordinate product samples follow-up with vendors (requests, shipping, and inventory).
Maintain product photos and AGD.
Coordinate shipping of product samples to customers.
Prepare presentations and different tools for the sales team.
Prepare and coordinate the “briefs” for graphic and marketing needs regarding packaging.
In-house packaging management at vendor.
Coordinate translations required for marketing/sales purposes.
Prepare and maintain Product Specification Sheets.
Maintain PD documentation (ie. Portfolio, master PowerPoint, calculation sheet, …).
Make sure all product information is kept up to date across all systems (ie. SAP).
Support preparation and send quote packages to vendors.
Respond to product inquiries both internally and from customers (ie. technical info, forms, pricing, …).
Prepare various reports and complete required forms for the Product Development team.
Required Qualifications :
College diploma.
1 to 3 years of experience in a similar role.
Mastery of Excel, PowerPoint, and good knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite.
Knowledge of an ERP system (ie. SAP) an asset.
Bilingualism (French and English), spoken and written.
Required Qualities and Competencies :
Strong organizational and planning skills.
Able to manage time and priorities, as well as multiple projects simultaneously.
Good communicator.
Team oriented, and able to work autonomously.
Ability to work under pressure and quickly adapt to changing priorities.