Company: Finning Canada Number of Openings: 1 Worker Type: Permanent Position Overview: As the New Product Introduction (NPI) Planner, you will be responsible for ensuring that the right parts and components are available to support the successful launch of new machines in the territory, while also actively managing inventory levels to prevent surplus accumulation. You will be deeply involved in understanding production timelines well in advance and aligning supply plans to ensure readiness. You will manage the full lifecycle of NPI parts—from initial planning through to post-launch stabilization—while maintaining accurate data and alignment with engineering changes. You will work closely with Caterpillar to communicate forecasts, mitigate risks, and ensure a smooth flow of materials. In this role, you will also serve as a key technical resource for the parts supply chain team, providing expertise, driving process improvements, and acting as the central point of contact for all NPI-related planning activities across supply chain, procurement, and operations. Job Description: Job Description: · Ensure timely availability of parts and components required for new machine introductions in the territory. · Maintain optimal inventory levels by balancing supply readiness with the need to avoid surplus or excess stock. · Lead cross-functional planning for NPI, managing each launch as a structured project with defined timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder engagement. · Collaborate with Industry Managers to identify and prioritize upcoming models based on business needs. · Develop and communicate detailed schedules for all new product launches, escalating risks and roadblocks proactively. · Work closely with suppliers to provide accurate forecasts and secure timely delivery of required components. · Maintain a centralized reference library for stakeholders, including sales, technical, and product support materials. · Provide regular updates to stakeholders and senior leadership through meetings, reports, and correspondence. · Support Sales Excellence initiatives by ensuring new products are introduced effectively and aligned with strategic goals. · Champion continuous improvement in the NPI process, identifying opportunities and reinforcing best practices across departments. · Ensure data integrity for forecasting, inventory planning, and pricing decisions related to new product entries. · Assist in developing and tracking performance metrics, KPIs, and scorecards to measure NPI success and drive accountability. · Foster strong relationships across departments and with vendors to ensure alignment, collaboration, and timely execution. Qualifications: · 5–7 years of experience in equipment sales, service, or supply chain management, with a focus on distribution or inventory management. · Proven project management experience, especially in environments involving multiple stakeholders and tight timelines. · Strong change management skills, with the ability to lead through ambiguity and influence without authority. · Excellent communication and facilitation skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present to diverse audiences. · Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong analytical and synthesizing skills. · Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel; experience with project planning tools is an asset. · Solid understanding of Finning’s operations, stakeholders, and the industries it serves (Core, Mining, Power). · Demonstrated leadership and relationship-building skills, with the ability to align diverse teams around shared goals. · Experience in capital-intensive, time-constrained operations is preferred. · Commitment to safety and adherence to Finning policies and procedures. What we offer: · This position is based out of our Edmonton head office location. · Permanent, full-time role. · Monday – Friday, 5 x 2 schedule. · Flexible option plan benefits with varying levels of coverage from day one. · Matching pension contributions to help you save for the future. · Matching share purchase program. · Employee Share Purchase Plan and RRSP options. · Paid vacation with an increasing allowance based on years of seniority. At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter. About Us Finning is the world's largest Caterpillar dealer delivering unrivalled service for over 80 years. The company sells, rents and provides parts and service for equipment and engines to customers in various industries, including mining, construction, petroleum, forestry and a wide range of power systems applications. Finning employs approximately 14,500 people world-wide and operates in three geographies, with the head office in Vancouver, BC, Canada. OUR DIVISIONS Finning International Inc. is the corporate head office of the publicly traded corporation, which is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol: FTT. Finning Canada is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, the Northwest Territories, and a portion of Nunavut. Finning South America is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in Chile, Argentina, and Bolivia. Finning UK and Ireland is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Rental of equipment is facilitated through the dealership locations as well as The Cat Rental Store locations in Finning Canada and Finning South America. OEM Remanufacturing - OEM, a Finning enterprise, is one of North America's most advanced engine and powertrain component remanufacturing providers and is located in Edmonton, Alberta.
