Demand Planner

Demand Planner

Location: Brampton, ON  
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Ready to Make an
Impact?
As a leading specialty chemicals distribution partner,
IMCD has an important role to play in society, including by protecting health
and welfare, improving economic prosperity and helping to create a more
sustainable future. IMCD operates as a professional services business where
highly qualified key people working together in a flat organizational structure
are making a real difference. By joining IMCD, you'll be part of an
entrepreneurial, fast-growing group of ambitious and like-minded professionals,
where you'll have the freedom to make your own mark.

IMCD is proud of its people and culture and considers
them to be its most valuable asset by far

Do you want to work for a growing and expertise-driven
company?  Then we'd love to hear from
you
About IMCD
IMCD is a leading
global distributor and formulator of specialty chemicals and food ingredients,
headquartered in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Since our founding in 1995, our
entrepreneurial spirit has driven smart, sustainable solutions powered by local
know-how and global expertise.

Publicly listed on
Euronext Amsterdam (AEX), IMCD operates across EMEA, Asia-Pacific, and the
Americas. We partner with top-tier suppliers to deliver tailored solutions
across eight business groups, including Beauty & Personal Care, Home Care
and Industrial & Institutional Cleaning Solutions, Food & Nutrition,
Advanced Materials, Coatings & Construction, Lubricants & Energy, and
Industrial Solutions, and Pharmaceuticals.

IMCD's strength lies in its dual focus on distribution
and formulation. Through our global network of technical and commercial
experts, we collaborate closely with customers to develop impactful, innovative
solutions that shape industries and meet the evolving needs of the markets we
serve.
Role Summary
Reporting to the S&OP Manager, the Demand Planner is
accountable for leading the Consensus Demand Planning (CDP) process for all Accounts
and Lines of Business. The Demand Planner is responsible for developing,
maintaining, and optimizing demand forecasts by leveraging data-driven
insights, stakeholder collaboration, and analytical tools. The role ensures
forecast accuracy and bias KPIs are achieved while aligning S&OP and supply
chain goals, and business objectives to enable data-driven decision-making and
improve forecast reliability.
Responsibilities
Lead the Consensus Demand Planning (CDP) process across all Accounts and Lines of Business, ensuring timely and accurate forecast submission, validation, and alignment.
Collaborate closely with Business Unit Directors, Technical Account Managers (TAMs), and Supply Chain (Planning) team to integrate market intelligence, customer insights, and sales input into a unified demand plan.
Analyze historical data, sales trends, seasonality, and market dynamics to continuously refine statistical forecasts and improve accuracy.
Monitor and report Forecast Accuracy, Bias, and DPA metrics, highlighting root causes of variances and developing corrective actions.
Facilitate Monthly Demand Review sessions as part of the S&OP process, providing clear analysis and recommendations to support strategic decisions.
Support the development and maintenance of stocking policies to ensure optimal inventory levels and service performance.
Partner with the Supply Chain (Planning) team to ensure alignment between demand signals, inventory strategy, and replenishment plans.
Support new product introductions, discontinuations, and portfolio transitions, ensuring demand visibility and planning continuity.
Maintain and improve forecast dashboards and analytics using Tableau, Power BI, Excel, and other planning tools to provide visibility to business stakeholders.
Work with IT and Data teams to ensure data integrity across systems.
Identify and lead opportunities for process improvement, automation, and digital enablement within the demand planning and S&OP framework.
Skills
Analytical and Data Visualization skills
Expertise in Power BI, Tableau, Power Query
Strong Data storytelling and presentation capabilities
Strong understanding of statistical modelling and forecasting principles
Proficient in developing dashboards and performance reports
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration
Time management and prioritization under tight timelines
Continuous improvement and problem-solving mindset
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Business Analytics, or related field
5 years of experience in Demand Planning, Forecasting, or Supply Chain Analytics
Strong knowledge of ERP systems
Knowledge on Financial Budgeting
Proficiency in Power BI, Tableau, and Excel Power Query
Advanced Excel skills
Understanding of S&OP process
Proven ability to analyze data and deliver clear, actionable insights

Desired Qualifications:
Experience in specialty chemicals, distribution
Working knowledge of SQL, Power Query, or other analytical tools
Exposure to Salesforce integration
Experience designing automated dashboards or forecast trackers
APICS / CPIM / CSCP certification or equivalent
Competencies:
Business Acumen.
Problem Solving/Analysis.
Customer/Client Focus.
Communication Proficiency.
Teamwork Orientation
Other Duties
Other responsibilities as assigned.
What We
Offer
We value our
people and are proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive total rewards
package, including:
Defined
Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP)
Annual
Bonus Eligibility
Comprehensive
group benefits
Flexible
work schedules
Learning,
Training, and Development Opportunities
A
collaborative, innovative environment that encourages freedom to act and
an entrepreneurial spirit
*IMCD Canada
welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations
are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the
selection process.
*This role is
for an existing vacancy within our organization. Artificial intelligence is not
used to screen, assess or select applicants for this vacancy.