Assistant Planner

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Review in-stock positions for core and new products at SKU and store level; consult on weeks-of-supply and back-in-stock timing.
• Track purchase orders through timely receipt at Canadian distribution centers and stores, and close orders so inventory enters replenishment.
• Analyze launch performance and seasonality; adjust forecasts, receipts, and inventory levels.
• Manage replenishment forecasts and orders within the open-to-buy receipt budget; oversee allocations to support sales.
• Create manual orders for new products, new stores, and promotional support; configure new products in Blue Yonder (JDA).
• Provide fill-rate visibility, generate vendor performance reports, and escalate late launches, receipt risks, and inventory strategy needs.
• Validate productive assortments and recommend presentation quantities, discontinuations, and items to develop.
• Report business trends and stock continuity weekly; conduct seasonal launch retrospectives and initiative analysis.
• Support additional projects as required.

Qualifications

• At least two years of inventory planning and/or merchandising experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel skills.
• Analytical problem-solving ability and attention to detail; able to prioritize and balance multiple projects.
• Clear written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Adaptable and collaborative in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• A bachelor's degree is preferred; prior retail experience is an asset.

Compensation and benefits

• The stated compensation range is CAD $66,000–$74,000, plus bonus and RRSP matching.
• Benefits include healthcare coverage, well-being resources, hybrid scheduling, vacation and flex days, training, merchandise discounts, and other support programs.