Demand and Inventory Planner

Company Description

Be part of a community of authentic, proud and trusted people.

Our Heavy Vehicle Parts Division is the country’s largest network. This division’s banners include Traction, TW and Cadel. Servicing the transport, construction and farming sectors, we keep them moving forward. This makes for a special kind of workplace. We have the experience and strength of our 100-year legacy and the desire to always do better for our team members and clients. Our 5000 colleagues proudly serve thousands of customers every day across Canada.

If the hat fits, we’d be proud to have you wear it! Send us your resume and join a people-centric company with a reputation of excellence.

Job Description

As a Demand and Inventory Planner, you will play a central role in optimizing demand planning and inventory management for our 42 Traction stores and 4 TW distribution centers. You will work closely with sales, operations, marketing, logistics, and procurement teams to ensure product availability while minimizing slow-moving and obsolete inventory.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze inventory items to optimize the assortment that meets market needs;
• Ensure demand forecast accuracy by adding market information and promotional sales volume to the statistical forecast based on sales history.
• Propose adjustments to supply parameters and the introduction of new products to maximize sales;
• Collaborate with market managers, regional sales and operations teams, logistics, and procurement to organize product flows related to launches, store openings, and strategic projects;
• Approve replenishment requests and analyze risks associated with adding non-performing inventory;
• Conduct proactive analyses to reduce obsolete and slow-moving stock;
• Work with market managers to develop accurate forecasts integrated into the overall planning;
• Define seasonal profiles by category and region based on sales history.

Qualifications

• Degree in operations management, logistics, mathematics, industrial engineering, or a related field;
• Proven experience in inventory management, demand planning, or procurement, ideally in distribution or retail;
• Proficiency with software tools such as advanced Excel, ERP, Access, Power BI, and demand planning software;
• Strong knowledge of demand forecasting methods, inventory management, and sales data analysis.

Additional Information

UAP is a diverse community that promotes inclusion and respect. The sum of our individual differences, experiences, knowledge, self-expression, unique capabilities and talents represents the richness of our culture. UAP is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from women, visible minorities and people with disabilities. By valuing a diverse workforce, we ensure that our hiring practices are fair and equitable.