SUMMARY:

As part of the Metro Supply Chain Modernization initiative, the replenishment analyst stands at the crossroad between Merchandising, Store Operations, Replenishment and Distribution Centers teams. This is a crucial cross-functional role responsible for managing, optimizing and execution of the replenishment strategy for store fulfillment.

specific responsibilities:

• Release, complement and monitor system-generated purchase orders for stores, using the SAP sales forecast tool
• Ensure healthy store inventory levels and forecasts, reflecting proper seasonality /promotions / cannibalizations / halo effects
• Collaborate with and provide replenishment expertise to cross-functional teams, merchandising, store operations and logistics
• Act as primary contact for store operations regarding inventory, ordering and product flow
• Be at the centre stage of forecasts, flows, targets and the link connecting the dots between our Transport, Distribution Centres, Replenishment and Store Operations teams
• Use your inquisitive and analytic mind to showcase opportunities for improvement to various levels of the organization, including senior management

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1-3 years of analytical experience (ideally in a Grocery Retail Environment) with emphasis on inventory management
• University Degree in Business/Engineering/Marketing/Economics
• Intermediate or advanced proficiency in Excel
• Good analytical skills and an eye for pointing trends, areas of improvement, and recommendations out of various data sources
• Good communication and collaboration skills
• Strong customer focus, business acumen and a result-oriented attitude
• Ability to work with limited supervision and a talent for managing competing and shifting priorities
• SAP knowledge would be an asset
• Bilingual in English and French is required
• Rotating weekend/holiday schedule as necessary
• Occasional travel within the Ontario or Quebec provinces to stores/warehouses/head office

The responsibilities and relationships assigned to this role may change as is necessary to achieve Metro's business objectives.

METRO is committed to providing an inclusive work environment that reflects the communities we serve. The company values, respects and relies on the diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and points of view because it allows us to innovate, make better decisions and better understand our customers. We will consider qualified applications from all walks of life to build the best team.

We encourage you to let us know if your current condition requires accommodation in the recruitment process so that we can accommodate you.

Please note that we will only contact those whose applications are selected.