About the role

Supply Planner optimizing inventory, forecasting demand, and managing suppliers for SUNPAN, a global trade-only furniture brand. Supporting efficient fulfillment across commercial and residential furnishings.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing and executing inventory planning strategies to maintain optimal stock levels
Analyze sales forecasts, lead times, seasonality, market trends, historical data, and customer demand patterns
Monitor and manage purchase orders, ensuring timely placement, delivery, and inventory availability
Liaise with suppliers to confirm order details, track shipments, and resolve supply-related issues and discrepancies
Conduct regular inventory analysis and identify slow-moving or obsolete items
Propose action plans for inventory optimization
Generate KPI, inventory metrics, and supply chain performance reports with recommendations for improvement
Collaborate with procurement, logistics, sales, marketing, and customer service teams
Identify process enhancements and contribute to continuous improvement of supply chain processes and systems
Attend evening calls once or twice per week with North American stakeholders
Conduct occasional factory visits for operational oversight and relationship management

Post-secondary diploma or degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management, Economics or equivalent
2+ years of progressive Supply Planner or related experience
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other relevant software applications for data analysis and reporting
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of supply chain concepts, inventory management, and demand forecasting is a plus
Self-motivated and proactive mindset; ability to work independently and as part of a team
Knowledge of SAP is an asset
Ability to attend evening calls once or twice per week
Willingness to conduct occasional factory visits