Lead Demand Planner

At TTI, people come for the opportunity and stay for the culture!

Lead Demand Planner
Techtronic Industries Inc. | Milwaukee®
Full-Time | Permanent | North York, ON (Canada)| P2

Job Description:

About TTI Canada

Are you ready to lead the way in shaping an empowering work environment with a global leader in power tools, accessories and hand tools? At TTI, we are known for our innovative products, world-class brands, and an unrelenting commitment to operational excellence. With iconic brands like Milwaukee® we’re not just about delivering outstanding performance but also about creating exceptional development for our people. If you’re passionate about building your career in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you! At TTI, culture drives performance, and it’s at the heart of everything we do. We are fast, innovative, and constantly evolving but above all, we’re a team that celebrates success together. We reward creative thinking and encourage your self development. Join us in driving a culture that supports sustainability, growth, and leadership.

With our Milwaukee team, we seek passionate, driven individuals to elevate our brand. Our culture is built on respect, integrity, and social responsibility, with our people at the core of our success. Whether you’re starting out or bringing years of experience, we support your growth. Here, you’ll be empowered to take ownership, drive innovation, and make an impact. Milwaukee is more than a workplace, it’s where careers accelerate, and potential is unlocked.

Position Description

The Lead Demand Planner is responsible for leading and overseeing the demand planning process for their assigned accounts as well as the accounts managed by the demand planners who report into them within the Milwaukee Canada business.

In addition to demand planning responsibilities, this role focuses on ensuring overall alignment between the demand plan and key stakeholders across sales, product, and marketing teams. The Lead Demand Planner will provide support and guidance to a team of demand planners, ensuring accuracy in forecasting and driving strategic decision-making while reporting to the Demand Planning Manager.

What You Will Do

• Lead the assigned team of planners, providing mentorship, training, and support

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts using historical data, sales trends, market intelligence, and input from cross-functional teams.

• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and product teams to incorporate new product launches, promotional activities, and market conditions into forecasts.

• Review and analyze demand trends, identifying potential risks, opportunities, and discrepancies in forecasts.

• Lead the monthly Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, providing recommendations to leadership on supply/demand alignment and mitigation strategies.

• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to forecast accuracy and customer service levels.

• Support new product launches and product discontinuations with accurate demand planning and coordination.

• Contributes and leads process improvement projects and serve as a key contributor in cross functional initiatives

• Questions and influences forecasting inputs from cross functional partners with manager assistance

What You Will Bring

• Post-Secondary degree in Business or a related discipline.

• 3+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain management, preferable in the consumer goods or manufacturing sector.

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize duties to meet objectives and deadlines in a fast-paced work environment

• A team-player with the ability to collaborate with multiple aspects of the business

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Initiative to solve challenges using analytical and problem-solving skills

• Self-driven and proactive, seeking out how to improve processes and key metrics

What You Will Get

• Competitive base salary and bonus structure

• Health Benefits Coverage, including $500 annual Wellness Program

• Registered Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Matching Contributions

• Paid time of and employee discount programs

• Employee recognition and incentive programs, plus award-winning culture!

Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary Range: $70,000 - $80,000 + 20% annual bonus

Location: 3381 Steeles Ave E Suite 400, Toronto, ON M2H 3S7

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Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of our values at TTI. Because of our commitment to a multicultural and inclusive workplace, our people are our competitive advantage. We foster an inclusive environment where diversity is valued and where all employees feel safe to contribute their ideas, share their experiences, and represent their diverse backgrounds to innovate and solve complex problems as one team. We actively support and accommodate the diverse needs of our team, creating an empowering space where everyone can thrive.