Demand Planner - Varennes, Canada - Doka Group

Doka Group
Doka Group
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Varennes, Canada

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Doka's expertise in formwork technology is unparalleled in the industry and we are proud of the difference we make globally "It's not just formwork - it's DOKA" is impressively demonstrated worldwide in buildings like the Burj Khalifa (Dubai), in hydroelectric generating stations like the Keeyask (Nelson River in northern Manitoba) - and in parts of the Brenner Base Tunnel (European Alps).

Collaborative teamwork of nearly 7000 employees in over 160 distribution/logistics facilities in more than 70 countries is one of the primary reasons behind our success.

With more than 150 years of history as a family owned company, we recognize and appreciate our employee's work every day by rewarding them with flexible work hours, competitive wages, bonuses, training/development opportunities and a comprehensive group benefits program including RRSPs.


Job Description:


Summary of Position:


The
Demand Planner works collaboratively with several Operations personnel (Commercial Office Coordinators, Logistics Coordinators, Project Managers and Sales) to place accurate orders for materials needed for customer's projects.


Responsibilities and Duties:


  • Responsible for material planning & availability as per project forecast;
  • Ensure material order processing from DC (Distribution Center) or other Doka subsidiaries on time & in full as per customers need & requirements;
  • Attend Sales & Operations meetings with Sales to understand the future requirements and forecast from the sales team;
  • Coordinate with the commercial department any order processing requirement and updates of Delivery dates in DISCOS II;
  • Monitor and optimize stock levels including safety stock for all Doka items to ensure availability at lowest possible costs and inventory level as per budget;
  • Coordinate sourcing with Supply Planner & Head of Operation branch to avoid negative inventories;
  • Timely reserving the material in system for customer orders and should be always on top of all issues with respect to orders;
  • Coordinate with Engineering for substitution or alternate material in case of shortage or long Lead Time of material available in Stock;
  • Coordinate and check return planning from client's jobsites with other departments to ensure stock levels are met and avoid any surplus of materials;
  • Proactively monitor all material movements and solve any problems arising from disputes during the project period;
  • Adhere to reporting deadlines and support period closings (month and year end).
  • Ensure orders are created & seek approvals on timely manner as per authority levels;
  • Take care of all logistics requirement within the branch;
  • Timely closing of purchase orders or any journals for the reporting period;
  • Coordinate actively with all other subsidiaries transport & release of materials;
  • Other work related tasks upon request of Head of Operations
  • Canada;
  • Source & confirm intercompany orders in compliance Work Instructions & Logistics guidelines set in DCAN & NAM region.

Other Responsibilities / Peripheral Functions:


  • Actively participates in Sales & Operations Department meetings as required;
  • Performs other tasks/projects as assigned;
  • Coordinate capacities with the Yard Team & Operations;
  • Proactively work on Transport Cost reduction;
  • Any other official duties as may be assigned by the management;
  • Works effectively in a complex, result driven environment requiring strong decisionmaking skills.

Qualifications:


Qualifications / Technical Proficiency:


  • High school diploma required;
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply chain or Logistics. Commercial / Technical qualification is a plus;
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in relevant area;
  • Must be analytical and possess strong numeric aptitude;
  • Possess an assertive, takecharge management style with an ability to work independently and achieve results with mínimal supervision;
  • Able to work effectively in a team and achieve desired objectives;
  • Must possess exceptional organizational, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills;
  • Knowhow and product knowledge (cost calculation, company accounts, inventory valuation, order processing, inventory and data management systems);
  • Substantial working knowledge of logistics processes and policies (material/yard/ transport logistics); Dokaspecific knowledge preferred;
  • Knowledge of Doka ́s supply network concept, strategies & policies is considered an asset;
  • Site construction knowledge;
  • Customer Support Function knowledge.

Skills / Characteristics:

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and go the extra mile
  • Ability to meet tight deadlines
  • Team player
  • Well organized
  • Customer oriented
  • Process and improvement drive approach

Problem Solving

  • Possesses strong skills in problemsolving, decisionmaking, creativity methods, error prevention;
  • Able to analyze management ratios and controlling instrume
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