Demand Planner / Pricing Administrator
Kanto Living Inc. | Langley, BC (Hybrid / On-site)
Department: Operations
Reports To: VP of Operations
Salary Range: $60,000–$80,000 CAD per year
Employment Type: Full-time
About Kanto Living
Kanto Living sells consumer electronics in 74 countries today, and is growing through retail, distributor, e-commerce and other sales channels, as well as new regions. As the company expands into new product categories, markets and channels, accurate demand forecasting and reliable pricing information are essential to supporting growth, profitability and product availability.
About the Role
Kanto Living is seeking an analytical, organized and detail-oriented mid-level Demand Planner / Pricing Administrator to lead demand forecasting and support pricing administration and commercial planning across our international markets.
Reporting to the VP of Operations, this role works closely with the Supply Chain Manager and collaborates with Sales, International Sales, Marketing, E-Commerce, Product, Finance and Operations.
The successful candidate will run the SKU-level demand forecast, drive the forecasting framework and monthly demand planning meetings, analyze sales trends, maintain product price lists and costing, and ensure accurate planning and pricing information in SAP Business One.
This position is suited to someone who enjoys working with data, coordinating across departments and turning information into practical recommendations. The role offers an opportunity to shape Kanto's demand planning framework and strengthen its pricing administration processes as the business grows.
Key Responsibilities
Demand Planning & Forecasting
- Own and maintain rolling 12–18-month SKU-level demand forecasts by market and sales channel, incorporating historical sales, POS data, customer forecasts, pipeline opportunities, promotions, seasonality, and market changes.
- Drive the demand planning framework and lead monthly demand planning meetings, gathering ongoing input and feedback from leaders across Sales, Marketing, E-Commerce, Supply Chain, and Operations on customer requirements, new product launches, and promotional activities.
- Review forecast assumptions and sales trends, identify significant changes or risks, and track forecast accuracy and bias to support continuous improvement.
- Prepare and publish the monthly demand plan in accordance with established review and approval processes, maintaining clear forecast records and assumptions.
- Collaborate with the Supply Chain Manager to communicate demand changes, highlight potential supply constraints, and support purchasing and inventory planning.
Pricing Administration & Maintenance
- Maintain accurate product price lists across markets and sales channels, updating SAP Business One and related systems.
- Update product costing in SAP Business One through Excel worksheet updates and uploads, reflecting changes in product costs, freight, duties, tariffs, and foreign exchange rates.
- Coordinate approved price changes with relevant teams and maintain records of pricing updates, effective dates, and applicable markets.
- Review promotional pricing and discount requests against established guidelines, assist with MAP compliance monitoring, and escalate exceptions or discrepancies for review.
- Update demand forecasts to reflect approved pricing changes and their expected impact on sales volume.
Promotions, Product Launches & Lifecycle Planning
- Maintain and update forecasts for new product launches, major sales events, promotions, product transitions, and end-of-life items.
- Coordinate planning inputs, timelines, and demand assumptions with Sales, Marketing, E-Commerce, Product, and Supply Chain to support purchasing and customer delivery requirements.
- Monitor promotional and launch performance against forecasts, identify significant variances, and update demand plans as actual sales data becomes available.
- Support aging inventory reviews by providing demand and inventory data to inform markdown and clearance decisions.
Reporting, Systems & Data Management
- Maintain accurate product, forecast, and pricing data in SAP Business One and related reporting tools.
- Ensure data consistency across markets and channels, collaborating with Supply Chain, Product, and Finance to resolve discrepancies.
- Prepare regular reports on demand forecasts, forecast accuracy, pricing, margins, and promotional performance using Excel and available systems.
- Maintain documentation of forecast assumptions, planning activities, and approved pricing changes.
- Identify opportunities to improve data quality, reporting efficiency, and demand planning, S&OP, and pricing administration processes.
Qualifications & Requirements
Experience & Education
- Approximately 2–4 years of experience in demand planning, sales analysis, pricing administration, commercial operations, or a related analytical role, including managing demand planning across multiple regions and sales channels.
- Experience working with sales data, SKU-level forecasts, pricing, and reporting in a physical-products business.
- A degree or diploma in business, supply chain, finance, analytics, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience in consumer products, retail, distribution, international sales, e-commerce, or S&OP is an asset.
- Experience forecasting demand across product variants (e.g., colours, finishes, and styles) informed by annual consumer trends is an asset.
- Experience planning demand for products sold across multiple regions, including market-specific product versions, is an asset.
Technical Skills
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookup functions, data analysis, and reporting.
- Experience with ERP systems; SAP Business One experience is an asset.
- Familiarity with e-commerce platforms, forecasting tools, pricing analysis, or business intelligence tools is beneficial.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and commitment to data accuracy.
- Ability to interpret sales trends, forecast variances, pricing, and gross margin impacts.
- Strong organizational, communication, and cross-functional coordination skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, identify discrepancies, and escalate issues appropriately.
- Proactive, collaborative, and able to work independently within established processes and approval guidelines.
Work Authorization & Equal Opportunity
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada for this position. Kanto Living Inc. does not offer work permit sponsorship for this role.
Kanto Living Inc. is committed to fair and inclusive hiring. Employment decisions are based on relevant qualifications, skills, experience, and business requirements, without discrimination on grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodation is available during the recruitment process upon request.
To apply: Please submit your resume and a summary of your relevant demand planning, forecasting, or pricing experience.
