Demand Planning Manager at MacDonald Search Group — NeverHard

Mississauga, ON | $100,000 - 110,000 + Bonus + Benefits Build Something. Lead Something. Own Something. We're partnering with a growing Canadian manufacturer that’s investing in its future by creating a brand-new Demand Planning Manager position. This is more than a planning role - it's an opportunity to build the planning function, influence company strategy, and become a key member of the operations leadership team. If you’re passionate about forecasting, inventory optimization, ERP systems, and creating efficient supply chains, this is your chance to make a lasting impact. What You'll Be Doing Lead the company's demand planning and forecasting process. Drive S&OP and collaborate with Sales, Operations, Finance, and Production. Translate demand into purchasing, manufacturing, and inventory plans across multiple locations. Lead the Procurement and Order Entry teams. Optimize inventory levels, replenishment strategies, and service performance. Own the planning function within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (or similar ERP). Develop KPIs, dashboards, and reporting to support executive decision-making. Identify opportunities to improve planning processes and supply chain performance. What We're Looking For 5+ years of experience in Demand Planning, Supply Planning, or Inventory Planning. Experience working in a manufacturing environment. Strong ERP/MRP planning experience (Business Central, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Dynamics, etc.). Advanced Excel skills and a data-driven mindset. Experience leading cross-functional planning initiatives. Purchasing and supplier management experience is considered a strong asset. Leadership experience is preferred. Why You'll Want This Role Newly created position with significant visibility and influence. Opportunity to build and shape the planning function from the ground up. Join a growing, financially stable manufacturer with ambitious expansion plans. Collaborative leadership team that values innovation and continuous improvement. Competitive compensation, bonus, and comprehensive benefits. If you're ready to move beyond maintaining the status quo and want a role where your ideas and leadership will make a measurable impact, we'd love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr