Planning and Performance Executive

It’s an exciting time to be at OSL Retail Services, working for a people focused company that’s at the top of its game. The momentum we’ve generated in recent years with our commitment to our clients, customers, innovation, business results, and an entrepreneurial spirit has created energy, enthusiasm, and engagement among our employees that is pushing us to new heights. And we’re on the lookout for talented people who share our vision and values and want to join us in this journey.

The Company:

OSL (Outsourced Sales Leadership) was established in 2012 in Mississauga, Ontario, to provide clients with customized designed sales solutions in retail, direct sales, merchandising and customer acquisition.

About the role:

OSL is excited to partner with The Water Street Collective (TWSC) to develop the Ryde brand in Canada and are seeking a Planning Analyst and Performance Executive. In this role you will develop and implement the tools to support the analysis of the market, competition, and portfolio performance.

As part of the Commercial and Category Insights team for our client The Water Street Collective, you will play a key role in creating measurable value through accurate demand forecasting. This role will shape the planning area in this start-up company, developing tools and learning that will be a reference for the global team and demand planning teams. The role encompasses the development, implementation, and maintenance of the forecasting tool and BI tools, enabling faster and more accurate decision-making.

The product:

The Ryde product was created by a team of mums, dads, working professionals, weekend warriors, hobbyists, and adventure-seekers. These same individuals also happen to be brand marketers, product developers, and salespeople all working for TWSC to create feel-good products for everyone.

LOCATION: HYBRID MONTREAL

What you will be responsible:

• Support the monthly S&OP cycle, developing and implementing forecasting tools. Analyze sales performance to ensure the accuracy of forecast assumptions and outputs.
• Monitor competitive practices and activities, prices, promotion, portfolio changes.
• Monitor market dynamics to identify opportunities for the business portfolio as part of the long-term strategic planning process.
• Develop, implement, and maintain forecasting tools and maintain performance tracking tools.
• Collaborate closely with teams, sharing performance results, aligning on demand planning.
• Collaborate with Operations, Logistics, Distribution, and Operations Planning ensuring efficient product distribution and inventory tracking.
• Maintain communication with global team to support global planning processes.
• Collaborate with AU & USA Forecasting Teams in other markets for best practices.
• Manage, collaborate, and maintain daily relationships with IT suppliers.
• Manage supplier’s deliverables to ensure accurate access to market performance data that supports the demand forecasting process.

What You Bring:

• 5+ years of experience in demand planning or supply chain management within the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods industry.
• Proven track record in demand forecasting and category/commercial performance analysis.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Mathematics, Data Science, or a related field.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, BI implementation tools, PowerPoint, and data analysis tools.
• Proven ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Able to thrive under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong analytical abilities, adept at gathering and interpreting data to solve complex problems.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and thoroughness in all tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to create and implement new processes, tools, systems, and reports to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Strong organizational skills, effective time management.
• Exceptional presentation abilities.

What’s in it for you:

• Competitive base salary range $95-105K
• Vacation plus additional flex days
• Comprehensive health, dental and life benefits
• RRSP matching program
• Training and development opportunities to grow your career
• Named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies
• A supportive workplace culture and work environment
• Employee development programs

If this sounds like you and you are excited to be a member of our team, please apply now.

We thank all interested applicants; however, only qualified candidates will be contacted. This position requires the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

OSL is committed to an inclusive workplace that does not discriminate against race, nationality, religion, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity. We believe in diversity and encourage any qualified individual to apply.