Demand Planner
About the role
Position: Demand Planner
Position Overview: Looking for a dynamic and flexible candidate to join our Sales / Supply Chain team who will have a variety of core responsibilities.
The successful candidate will manage customer forecasts, support Order Fulfillment and collaborate with various departments to optimize supply chain processes.
This role involves reviewing, preparing, analyzing, and summarizing customer releases to translate customer demand into internal Material Requirements Planning (MRP) requirements, ensuring accurate material planning and production scheduling.
Main Responsibilities: • Prepare, analyze, and summarize customer releases and translate demand into internal MRP requirement • Develop effective forecast models based on industry trends and demand patterns • Serve as liaison between internal stakeholders communicating any significant forecast and Trend changes in a timely basis • Lead and participates in all implementation planning reviews within the group Scheduling regular forecast review meetings with Account Managers and Scheduling Team • Analyze and upload timely and accurate forecasts on a classification schedule • Propose and implement solutions to improve demand forecast accuracy • Successfully communicating forecast and inventory estimations to management • Monitoring and reporting on important changes in sales forecasts, budgets, and business strategies • Supporting management with risk assessments and mitigation activities • Interpret data using analytics, research methodologies, and statistical techniques • Maintain demand planning processes to improve forecast accuracy • Coordinate with inventory team to monitor and maintain optimal inventory levels • Responsible to update and/or add new planning parameters for parts being added or updated • Understand product demand and update forecast within targeted schedule. • Analyze, schedule and work with purchasing to expedite material according to requirements • Support Inventory Management objectives for all warehouse locations • Identify and help eliminate / reduce Excess and Obsolete Inventory • Mitigate Expedited Freight Costs • Other Duties as assigned
Key Skills / Core Competencies : • Advanced analytical skills, with experience collecting, organizing, and distributing information accurately • Ability to present findings in a polished way • Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office • Strong attention to detail • Ability to work independently and within a team • Strong computer skills (Excel) • Strategic and tactical thinking • Strong communication (verbal & written) skills • Strong organizational skills in strategy, communication at all levels and execution • Excellent people skills, project management skills, with an ability to openly convey information to team members in a timely, concise manner • Self-motivated in performing all duties/position responsibilities with strong problem solving skills
Education / Experience: • Post-Secondary Diploma or Certificate within Supply Chain Management, Finance or a related field • 3-5 years of experience in a supply chain environment (Automotive experience preferred) • Knowledge of industry best practices, including demand forecasting, inventory optimization, and supplier management. • Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies is a plus. • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. • Familiarity with Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, ISO 9001, AS9100 or CPG considered an asset • Knowledge of EDI and ERP systems considered an asset • Familiarity with Distribution and Automotive environments considered an asset
Company Overview: National Engineered Fasteners Group (NEF) is a firm dedicated to providing innovative and cost-effective engineered fastening solutions to global manufacturers. Founded in 1996 by owners and staff with extensive fastener experience, NEF has established both exclusive and non-exclusive distribution relationships with many leading North American and European manufacturers. NEF offers over 50,000 different fasteners and fastener-related tools, including both standard and non-standard custom-manufactured engineered items, from office and warehouse facilities in Breslau. Factory-trained staff with years of fastener experience provides customers with personal and professional service, supported with a national network of factory sales representatives.
The NEF Commitment: NEF is committed to providing our customers with the proper fastening solutions. We will supply quality products at competitive prices, delivered on time, supported with a high level of customer service and handled by product-knowledgeable staff.
About Distribution Solutions Group: Distribution Solutions Group (DSG) is a best-in-class specialty distribution company providing high touch, value-added distribution solutions to the maintenance, repair and operations (MRO), original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and the industrial technologies markets. DSG was formed through the strategic combination of Lawson Products, a leader in MRO distribution of c-parts, Gexpro Services, a leading global supply chain services provider to manufacturing customers, and TestEquity, a leader in electronic test and measurement solutions. Through its collective businesses, DSG is dedicated to helping customers lower their total cost of operation by increasing productivity and efficiency with the right products, expert technical support and fast, reliable delivery to be a one-stop solution provider. DSP serves 120,000+ long-standing customers in several divers end markets supported by more than 3,000 dedicated employees and strong vendor partnerships. DSG ships from strategically located distribution and service centers to customers in North America, Europe, Asia, South America and the Middle East.
Demand Planner
About the role
Position: Demand Planner
Position Overview: Looking for a dynamic and flexible candidate to join our Sales / Supply Chain team who will have a variety of core responsibilities.
The successful candidate will manage customer forecasts, support Order Fulfillment and collaborate with various departments to optimize supply chain processes.
This role involves reviewing, preparing, analyzing, and summarizing customer releases to translate customer demand into internal Material Requirements Planning (MRP) requirements, ensuring accurate material planning and production scheduling.
Main Responsibilities: • Prepare, analyze, and summarize customer releases and translate demand into internal MRP requirement • Develop effective forecast models based on industry trends and demand patterns • Serve as liaison between internal stakeholders communicating any significant forecast and Trend changes in a timely basis • Lead and participates in all implementation planning reviews within the group Scheduling regular forecast review meetings with Account Managers and Scheduling Team • Analyze and upload timely and accurate forecasts on a classification schedule • Propose and implement solutions to improve demand forecast accuracy • Successfully communicating forecast and inventory estimations to management • Monitoring and reporting on important changes in sales forecasts, budgets, and business strategies • Supporting management with risk assessments and mitigation activities • Interpret data using analytics, research methodologies, and statistical techniques • Maintain demand planning processes to improve forecast accuracy • Coordinate with inventory team to monitor and maintain optimal inventory levels • Responsible to update and/or add new planning parameters for parts being added or updated • Understand product demand and update forecast within targeted schedule. • Analyze, schedule and work with purchasing to expedite material according to requirements • Support Inventory Management objectives for all warehouse locations • Identify and help eliminate / reduce Excess and Obsolete Inventory • Mitigate Expedited Freight Costs • Other Duties as assigned
Key Skills / Core Competencies : • Advanced analytical skills, with experience collecting, organizing, and distributing information accurately • Ability to present findings in a polished way • Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office • Strong attention to detail • Ability to work independently and within a team • Strong computer skills (Excel) • Strategic and tactical thinking • Strong communication (verbal & written) skills • Strong organizational skills in strategy, communication at all levels and execution • Excellent people skills, project management skills, with an ability to openly convey information to team members in a timely, concise manner • Self-motivated in performing all duties/position responsibilities with strong problem solving skills
Education / Experience: • Post-Secondary Diploma or Certificate within Supply Chain Management, Finance or a related field • 3-5 years of experience in a supply chain environment (Automotive experience preferred) • Knowledge of industry best practices, including demand forecasting, inventory optimization, and supplier management. • Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies is a plus. • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. • Familiarity with Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, ISO 9001, AS9100 or CPG considered an asset • Knowledge of EDI and ERP systems considered an asset • Familiarity with Distribution and Automotive environments considered an asset
Company Overview: National Engineered Fasteners Group (NEF) is a firm dedicated to providing innovative and cost-effective engineered fastening solutions to global manufacturers. Founded in 1996 by owners and staff with extensive fastener experience, NEF has established both exclusive and non-exclusive distribution relationships with many leading North American and European manufacturers. NEF offers over 50,000 different fasteners and fastener-related tools, including both standard and non-standard custom-manufactured engineered items, from office and warehouse facilities in Breslau. Factory-trained staff with years of fastener experience provides customers with personal and professional service, supported with a national network of factory sales representatives.
The NEF Commitment: NEF is committed to providing our customers with the proper fastening solutions. We will supply quality products at competitive prices, delivered on time, supported with a high level of customer service and handled by product-knowledgeable staff.
About Distribution Solutions Group: Distribution Solutions Group (DSG) is a best-in-class specialty distribution company providing high touch, value-added distribution solutions to the maintenance, repair and operations (MRO), original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and the industrial technologies markets. DSG was formed through the strategic combination of Lawson Products, a leader in MRO distribution of c-parts, Gexpro Services, a leading global supply chain services provider to manufacturing customers, and TestEquity, a leader in electronic test and measurement solutions. Through its collective businesses, DSG is dedicated to helping customers lower their total cost of operation by increasing productivity and efficiency with the right products, expert technical support and fast, reliable delivery to be a one-stop solution provider. DSP serves 120,000+ long-standing customers in several divers end markets supported by more than 3,000 dedicated employees and strong vendor partnerships. DSG ships from strategically located distribution and service centers to customers in North America, Europe, Asia, South America and the Middle East.