Job Description

Contract Type

Permanent

Career Level

Experienced Professional

Functions

Finance

Salary Range

Competitive salary

FRANCAIS
BAT evolue a un rythme soutenu pour devenir une entreprise mondiale multi-categories dont la mission est de reduire l'impact de notre industrie sur la sante
IMPERIAL TOBACCO CANADA - Un membre du GROUPE BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO evolue a un rythme soutenu - veritablement comme aucune autre organisation.

Pour atteindre notre ambition, nous recherchons des collegues prets a se joindre a nous dans cette aventure ! Demain n'attend pas, faconnons-le ensemble !
NOUS RECHERCHONS UN.E GESTIONNAIRE, PREVISION DE LA DEMANDE
Niveau de poste : Gestionnaire moyen-senior

Fonction :

Finance

EMPLACEMENT :

Montreal, Canada
RESUME DU POSTE
Positionnement du role et objectifs
Ce role est responsable de la direction du processus de prevision de la demande pour plusieurs categories au Canada, en fournissant des projections precises et fondees sur les donnees afin d'eclairer la planification marketing, commerciale, de la chaine d'approvisionnement et financiere. Il favorise l'amelioration continue de la precision des previsions et la reduction des biais grace a l'analytique avancee, a la collaboration interfonctionnelle et a l'integration de l'intelligence du marche. Le role soutient egalement le processus S&OP en articulant clairement les cibles et en identifiant les sensibilites cles.
Vos principales responsabilites incluront:Diriger le cycle mensuel de planification de la demande, en assurant des previsions precises et ponctuelles, alignees sur les objectifs commerciaux. Animer les reunions de consensus sur la demande dans le cadre du processus S&OP, en assurant la clarte des hypotheses, des risques et des opportunites. Etre un partenaire d'affaires efficace aupres de plusieurs parties prenantes interfonctionnelles de niveau senior (notamment en Marketing, Finance et Chaine d'approvisionnement). Analyser les ventes historiques, les tendances du marche, les activites de tarification et les lancements de nouveaux produits pour affiner les modeles de prevision. Suivre et rapporter la precision des previsions (DFA, biais) et piloter des initiatives d'amelioration continue. Collaborer avec les equipes commerciales et marketing pour integrer des insights qualitatifs aux previsions statistiques. Assurer la gouvernance et le respect des normes, outils et meilleures pratiques en matiere de prevision. Encadrer et developper les planificateurs juniors, en renforcant leurs capacites analytiques et leur sens des affaires. Collaborer avec les equipes TI et analytiques pour ameliorer les outils de prevision, l'automatisation, la communication et la qualite des donnees.

QUELLES COMPETENCES RECHERCHONS-NOUS ?
Competences techniques / fonctionnelles / de leadership requisesSolides competences en analyse et en modelisation statistique; maitrise d'Excel et des outils de prevision (SAP, APO). Une connaissance pratique de Kinaxis constitue un atout important. Capacite a influencer et a mobiliser les parties prenantes interfonctionnelles autour des hypotheses et decisions de prevision. Competences en communication efficaces, incluant la negociation, l'influence et la gestion des parties prenantes de haut niveau. Esprit strategique avec une mentalite d'amelioration continue et une aptitude a gerer la complexite. Leadership d'equipe : encadrement, mentorat et gestion de la performance.
Experience requiseDe 5 a 10 ans d'experience en planification de la demande, prevision ou analytique de la chaine d'approvisionnement dans le secteur des produits de grande consommation (FMCG) ou du commerce de detail. Experience averee dans la gestion de portefeuilles multicategories et dans des environnements interfonctionnels. Exposition a l'analyse statistique, aux previsions, aux analyses quantitatives et qualitatives, ainsi qu'a l'analyse de la concurrence. Connaissance des processus S&OP/IBP et de la gouvernance en matiere de previsions. Une experience dans les reseaux de vente au detail et de distribution au Canada constitue un atout. Capacite a evoluer dans un environnement en transformation rapide, avec des delais serres et des priorites changeantes.
Formation / qualifications / certifications requisesBaccalaureat en chaine d'approvisionnement, affaires, statistiques, economie ou dans un domaine connexe. Une formation en prevision statistique ou en science des donnees constitue un atout.
Ce quoi ce qu'on vous offre ?Nous offrons un bonus de performance annuel - leader sur le marche (sous reserve d'eligibilite) Nos benefices sont adaptes au specifique de chaque pays et comprend divers plans de sante, des initiatives pour l'equilibre travail-vie privee, une aide au transport et un plan de vacances flexible avec des journees incitatives supplementaires. Votre voyage avec nous n'est pas limite par des frontieres organisationnelles ; il est propulse par vos aspirations. Rejoignez-nous et faites partie d'un environnement qui prospere grace a l'avancement interne, ou votre progression de carriere n'est pas seulement une declaration, c'est une realite que nous souhaitons construire ensemble. Prenez l'opportunite et maitrisez votre developpement ; votre prochain chapitre commence ici. Vous aurez acces a des plateformes d'apprentissage en ligne et a des programmes de perfectionnement professionnel pour developper vos competences en leadership. Nous donnons priorite a l'amelioration soutenue dans un environnement transformateur, afin d'etre a l'aise avec les changements continus

POURQUOI JOINDRE BAT ?
BAT est l'une des seules entreprises certifiees Global Top Employer par le Top Employers Institute - une prestigieuse reconnaissance pour offrir d'excellentes conditions de travail a nos employes.
La collaboration, l'inclusion et le partenariat sont les fondations solides de tout ce que nous faisons chez BAT. Nous avons vraiment hate de permettre a chaque individu de s'epanouir, quels que soient son sexe, son orientation sexuelle, son statut matrimonial ou civil, son changement de sexe, sa race, sa religion ou ses convictions, sa couleur, sa nationalite, son origine ethnique ou nationale, son handicap, son age, ses competences, son experience, education, antecedents socio-economiques et professionnels, statut d'ancien combattant, perspectives et modes de pensee. Nous sommes conscients du fait que l'accueil de talent d'horizons differents c'est ce qui nous rend plus forts et mieux prepares pour atteindre nos objectifs commerciaux.
On considere les interruptions de carriere des opportunites et non des obstacles. Grace au programme Global Returners, on offre support pour les professionnels qui sont a la recherche de relancer leur carriere apres une absence prolongee du marche d'emploi (par exemple, temps pour s'occuper de leur famille, conge parental, service national, conge sabbatique et/ou creation de leur propre entreprise).
Venez, apportez votre difference et decouvrez les opportunites que vous pouvez avoir chez BAT. Veuillez apprendre davantage sur notre culture et l'experience de nos employees, qui nous a fait gagner des prix ici.
Si vous avez besoin d'ajustements ou d'amenagements raisonnables qui contribuent a maximiser votre performance pendant le processus de recrutement, nous vous encourageons a nous en informer. On s'engage a vous soutenir, en faisant toutes les demarches necessaires pour que vous puissiez demontrer votre potentiel.
ENGLISH
IMPERIAL TOBACCO CANADA - A Member of THE BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO GROUP Is evolving at pace - truly like no other organisation.
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can't wait, let's shape it together!
WE ARE LOOKING FOR A DEMAND FORECASTING MANAGER
JOB GRADE:Mid-Senior Level Management
FUNCTION: Finance
LOCATION: Montreal, Canada
ROLE SUMMARY


Role positioning and objectives
This role is responsible for leading the demand forecasting process across multiple categories in Canada, delivering accurate, data-driven projections that inform marketing, commercial, supply chain, and financial planning. It drives continuous improvement in forecast accuracy and bias reduction through advanced analytics, cross-functional collaboration, and the integration of market intelligence. The role also supports the S&OP process by clearly articulating targets and identifying key sensitivities.
Your Key Responsibilities Will IncludeLead the monthly demand planning cycle, ensuring timely, accurate forecasts and alignment with business targets. Facilitate demand consensus meetings as part of the S&OP process, ensuring clarity on assumptions, risks, and opportunities. Be an effective business partner to multiple cross functional senior stakeholders (specifically within Marketing, Finance and Supply Chain). Analyze historical sales, market trends, pricing activities, and new product launches to refine forecast models. Monitor and report forecast accuracy (DFA, Bias) and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with commercial and marketing teams to integrate qualitative insights into statistical forecasts. Ensure governance and adherence to forecasting standards, tools, and best practices. Coach and develop junior planners, fostering analytical capability and business acumen. Partner with IT and analytics teams to enhance forecasting tools, automation, communication and data quality.
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
Technical / Functional / Leadership Skills Required
Strong analytical and statistical modelling skills; proficiency in Excel, and forecasting tools.(SAP, APO) Working knowledge of Kinaxis is a strong asset Ability to influence and align cross-functional stakeholders around forecast assumptions and decisions. Effective communication skills: including negotiation, influencing and senior stakeholders' management. Strategic thinker with a continuous improvement mindset and ability to manage complexity. Team leadership: coaching, mentoring, and performance management.

Experience Required5-to-10-year experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain analytics within FMCG or retail. Proven experience managing multicategory portfolios and working in cross-functional environments. Exposure to statistical analysis, forecasting, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and competitor analysis. Exposure to S&OP/IBP processes and forecasting governance. Experience with Canadian retail and distribution networks is an asset. Ability to operate in rapidly evolving environment with quick turn around and stretched timeline.

Education / Qualifications / Certifications RequiredBachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Statistics, Economics, or related field. Training in statistical forecasting or data science is a plus.

What we offer you?
We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility) Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives (subject to eligibility) Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement - it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here. You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes

WHY JOIN BAT?
We're one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute - certified in offering excellent employee conditions.


Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.


We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).


Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.


If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.

Benefits

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At our core, we understand your best work happens when you feel fully supported. Our meticulously


designed reward and benefits package are shaped to acknowledge your contributions and to magnify


your impact. As you grow, so do we.


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Financial Wellbeing

Peace of mind is priceless, but it shouldn't cost the earth. Benefits and initiatives designed to assist you in achieving financial stability and security, empowering you to make well informed financial decisions, alleviate financial stress, and enhance your short and long-term prospects.

Social Wellbeing

Wellbeing is better when it's shared. Benefits that foster a sense of community and connection among employees. The more time we make to give back and share what it means to live well with the communities around us, the closer we'll be to them. We encourage positive social interactions inside and outside BAT, enhance collaboration, and create a supportive work environment where employees feel valued and connected.

Emotional Wellbeing

Balancing work and life to help you recharge and stay resilient. Benefits and initiatives that are designed to bolster our employees' mental health. At BAT we're fostering a culture of to help our employees to better manage life's pressures and build resilience, no matter what life throws your way.

Physical Wellbeing

Good health is the cornerstone that allows everything else in our lives to align. Benefits that support our employees' physical health, expand coverage where needed it and promote healthy lifestyles, reducing stress and boosting overall energy and productivity.

Financial Wellbeing

Peace of mind is priceless, but it shouldn't cost the earth. Benefits and initiatives designed to assist you in achieving financial stability and security, empowering you to make well informed financial decisions, alleviate financial stress, and enhance your short and long-term prospects.