Demand Planner - Employment, career opportunity in Canada

Job Title:  Demand Planner
Location: - (Regina, Saskatchewan, Prairies Canada, Canada)
Company: Crop Production Services
Job Type: Full Time
Minimum Years Experience Required: 3
Salary: N/A



Job Description

Loveland Products Canada, Inc. (Loveland) is a manufacturer and marketer of products for agricultural and professional non-crop industries. Its product line offers a complete line of high performance input products.
The Loveland portfolio consists of seed treatments, plant nutrition, adjuvants and crop protection products with several of powerful and trusted brands.
The organization is known to cultivate an innovative, entrepreneurial, demanding, and market-driven culture. In addition to the extensive North American distribution network, Loveland Products has supply agreements in place with several major manufacturers globally.

Position Summary:
The primary responsibility of the Demand Planner will be to ensure the continuity of supply of finished goods for all assigned Loveland products to Crop Production Services and UAP Canada. This person will interact with Loveland manufacturing facilities, third party product suppliers, product management, and Sales Support in the management of the day to day supply chain of Loveland products.

Core Values:

    Results Oriented with a proven track record of producing effective and efficient solutions when working in a fast paced environment
    Maintains an Ownership Mindset by taking responsibility for maintaining accurate documents and files, with great attention to detail
    Respects others, follows through on commitments and demonstrates Integrity by building effective partnerships to achieve personal and organizational success
    Demonstrates a Capacity for Change in anticipating and adapting to changing business conditions, diverse talent and global growth
    Inspire Leadership by participating and actively demonstrating the importance of performing job related tasks in a safe manner and fostering a “Safety First” culture

Responsibilities:

    Review customer/demand requirements, analyze supply situation and provide demand & supply status to Sales Support and management.
    Lead the field forecasting process to determine demand for Loveland products
    Communicate demand to assigned 3rd Party Suppliers
    Place blanket purchase orders as required with 3rd Party Suppliers
    Collaborate with manufacturing facility personnel to develop a Master Product Schedule (MPS)
    Monitor demand exceptions and take corrective action
    Keep up-to-date on issues relating to early order programs and new product introduction
    Load and maintain MPS into Materials Requirement Planning (MRP) for assigned products if required
    Serve as primary point of contact for Production Schedulers at Loveland Plants
    Assist in resolving supply and demand issues between suppliers and Loveland Sales Support
    Update order fulfillment on product availability and future availability
    Participate in monthly S&OP process/meeting
    Plan and execute the procurement and delivery of designated materials, packaging, and labels to Loveland and/or toll manufacturing facilities
    Determine purchasing priorities and economic order quantities
    Populate and maintain assigned purchasing/vendor information
    Assist Accounts Payable and Account Receivable in resolving variances
    Routinely interact with IT on system and process improvements
    Work to increase inventory turns where possible

Qualifications:

    Bachelors Degree or diploma in Agricultural Business, Business, Logistics, or Supply Chain
    Relevant experience in planning, scheduling, forecasting or purchasing in an Ag related area; minimum of 3-5 years
    A Highly motivated, self-starter with a positive attitude
    Team player that works well both independently, as well as with others
    Customer Service focused with strong interpersonal skills
    Experience using AS400 computer software would be an asset
    Proficiency with spreadsheets, functional databases and enterprise wide software applications
    Solid understanding of supply chain concepts and processes including WIP
    Must be organized with strong time management, analytical, and negotiating skills
    Ability to travel in North America


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