Demand Planning Analyst (Hybrid - Boucherville)

• Our Hybrid Workplace Policy establishes that associates need to have a reliable transportation to and from our corporate head office located in Boucherville (Quebec), to come to the office on a regular basis.
• We require all our head office associates to be proficient in French, spoken and written.
• 3 days office / 2 days remote

At RONA, our employees let their passion blossom every day. Our teams are driven by the desire to help people bring their projects to life and are committed to making a difference in the communities we serve.

We operate or service corporate and affiliated dealer stores. With a distinctive product and service offering and complementary store formats ranging from neighbourhood hardware stores to big box stores, our RONA+, RONA and Dick’s Lumber banners are well equipped to help meet the needs of all DIYers and contractors.

You’ve got the talent? We’ve got the tools!

Here, your work and ideas will contribute to building a flourishing organization. Your voice will always be heard and valued. You’ll find career opportunities that live up to your ambitions and be able to further develop your unique set of skills.

So, if you’re looking to do what you love, we could be a perfect match.

Become a key player in optimizing our inventory management! You will participate in the strategic planning and execution of marketing strategies, while ensuring smooth collaboration with our internal partners.

Your role:

• Analyze historical sales data and market trends.
• Develop and maintain short-, medium-, and long-term sales forecasts.
• Adjust forecasts based on seasonality, promotions, and special events.
• Incorporate new product launches and assortment changes into forecasts.
• Collaborate with merchandising and supply chain teams to ensure alignment on forecasted volumes.
• Identify risks of stockouts or excess inventory and recommend corrective actions based on sales performance. Ensure forecasts accurately reflect market trends.
• Monitor key performance indicators such as:

-Forecast Accuracy

-Forecast Bias

-Service Level (In Stock)

-Inventory Level

-Inventory Coverage

• Analyze variances between actual sales and forecasts to continuously improve forecast accuracy.
• Produce weekly reports on key variances and sales patterns that impact product availability in stores and distribution centres.
• Manage and adjust forecasts in planning tools (JDA/Blue Yonder, etc.) and validate forecasts at the store level when necessary and when significant variances occur.
• Participate in CPFR meetings with suppliers and demand review meetings.
• Present risks, improvement opportunities, and recommendations.
• Ensure that supplier feedback regarding market trends is taken into account so that forecasts accurately reflect these trends.
• Provide suppliers with visibility into our forecasts for the spring and fall seasons for items with significant seasonality.
• Support assortment review projects, resets, promotions, and strategic initiatives.

The qualifications we are looking for:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in French and English (frequent communication with internal/external partners and/or customers/stakeholders outside Quebec).
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data.
• Understanding of business and retail challenges.
• Excellent collaboration and influencing skills when working with partners.
• Ability to solve problems and make decisions in an uncertain environment.
• Proficiency in Excel and planning tools.
• Effective communication skills and a proactive approach.

By joining the RONA family, you’ll enjoy many benefits, such as:

• A childcare centre that can accommodate up to 78 children
• A cafeteria with a delicious menu prepared by a dedicated chef, healthy options, as well as FARO Roasting Houses and Tim Hortons coffee stations
• Electric car charging stations
• A fitness centre, sports activities, and showers
• Exclusive employee discounts, plus a 10% discount on store merchandise (at all RONA locations)
• Benefits: retirement savings plan, annual bonuses, student incentive program, etc.
• Career growth opportunities within the company
• An inclusive and safe working environment
• Promotion of work-life balance
• An employer that’s involved in the community
• And much more!

If selected for an interview, please advise our Human Resources team if you require accommodation during the interview and assessment process and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

RONA is committed to encouraging diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender, nationality, age, disability, or any other protected status.