Parts Demand Planner II

Company:

Finning Canada

Number of Openings:

1

Worker Type:

Permanent

Position Overview:

Join Finning and play a key role in optimizing our supply chain and improving demand forecasting for parts. This position offers:
• A dynamic role focused on demand planning and inventory optimization.
• Opportunities to collaborate with sales, marketing, and finance teams to enhance forecasting accuracy.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

As a Parts Demand Planner II, you’ll analyze demand signals, develop forecasting models, and provide insights to improve inventory flow and customer service levels. If you’re analytical, detail-oriented, and passionate about supply chain excellence, this is your chance to make an impact.

Job Description:

• Develop and deploy forecasting models to understand demand signals across product groups and branches.

• Collaborate with Sales and Supply Chain teams to ensure accurate and actionable forecasts.

• Consolidate data from multiple sources into robust demand forecasts and maintain integrity across industries.

• Monitor forecast accuracy and customer service KPIs, implementing improvements as needed.

• Provide clear signals to management on demand patterns, risks, and mitigation strategies.

• Contribute to monthly purchase plans and monitor changes in sales forecasts and budgets.

• Participate in projects aimed at improving customer service levels and reducing operational costs.

• Maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders, branches, and interdepartmental teams.

Day-to-Day Activities:

• Conduct regular touchpoints with sales teams to capture upcoming demand changes.

• Update and maintain forecasting models and related systems.

• Analyze inventory flow and identify constraints or opportunities.

• Prepare reports and dashboards to communicate performance and trends.

• Support Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes and meetings.

• Engage in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance forecasting and planning accuracy.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in business, supply chain, logistics, or equivalent work experience will be considered.

• Strong understanding of supply chain and forecasting systems.

• Proficiency in MS Office applications, advanced Excel skills, and tools like Power BI.

• Knowledge of ERP systems and demand planning processes.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to influence stakeholders at all levels.

• Ability to manage complexity and prioritize work effectively.

Important:

• This position is based out of our Edmonton head office.

• Permanent, full-time role.

• Monday – Friday, 5x2 schedule.

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.