Corporate Category Planner (12-month Contract)

What We Offer

Irving Consumer Products is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to:

Product purchase program

Opportunities to take part in job related training and development

Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Consumer Products and the larger network of the J.D. Irving group of companies

Hybrid flexible work options (if applicable)

Capacity Plan:

• Produce and provide to the sites weekly & monthly production requirements
• Provide scenarios to the business to mitigate supply demand constraints
• Provide sourcing analysis due to manufacturing changes/trim optimization
• Effectively evaluate sourcing constraints based on paper grade, basis weight and family

Inventory Management:

• Review weekly current and projected inventory levels to target
• Adjust safety stock and cycle stock levels per the established process
• Report excess, aged & obsolete inventory levels
• Develop inventory build / warehousing impacts

Operational / Short Term Planning:

• Communication of capacity plan and operational impact to the manufacturing facility
• Scenario management to provide solutions for managing constraints

Daily Management:

• Reporting Queries
• Request prioritization (Appian) for item set up and sales direction in capacity constraints
• Key Performance Indicators Weekly
• JD Edwards item status
• Ensure service levels
• Production schedules charges / demand change request.
• Ensure check inventory availability for order
• Bachelor's Degree/Technical Diploma or working towards APICS (CPIM) certification / relevant work experience
• Problem solving skills
• Effective time management
• Attention to detail
• Knowledge of Microsoft office (particularly Excel)
• Communication skills
• Big picture orientation

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees.  At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities. Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply. We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.