Forecasting Analyst
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Forecasting Analyst
Advanced Systems Group (ASG) is a newly formed stand-alone division of Brunswick, the worlds largest recreational marine business. We are seeking a Forecasting Analyst to join our team, and can be based at either our site in Menomonee Falls, WI or Lowell, MI.
This key role on our team will be supporting the demand planning and the parameter setting functions for the marine and industrial business for ASG. This is an exciting opportunity to work across multiple departments and brands within a thriving organization to make and drive change.
Key Responsibilities:
Develops demand forecasts at multiple levels of aggregation for multiple time horizons as part of the demand planning function, documents and retains history of planning assumptions
Reviews historical sales trends, research demand drivers, prepares forecast data, develops statistical forecast models and evaluates forecast results
Partners cross-functionally with Category Management and Commercial teams to reconcile significant variances and revise assumptions in Monthly Planning Cycle Update and maintain planning parameters to drive supply chain execution
Develop and execute action plans to achieve critical balance between Inventory & Customer Service
Track performance and provide analysis of actual versus Forecast
Provides input regarding inventory strategies to the Supply Planning Organization
Performs ad hoc reporting and analysis as required
Develops metrics to monitor forecast errors at all levels of the process and ensures root-cause analysis and corrective actions are completed
Facilitates a monthly operational demand forecast planning process for multiple business units
Understands how environmental factors, market dynamics, competitors and internal programs or overrides generate the need to adjust the mathematical forecast
Performs some lead responsibilities which may include training, assigning and/or reviewing work, providing guidance and overseeing workflow of unit
Performs other duties as assigned
Education and Experience Requirements
3-5 years experience working in fast paced supply and/or demand planning/forecast analystfunctions
Bachelor's Degree in related field, or equivalent education and experience
Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to present in front of groups of people
Ability to work with multiple business functions and find balance in conflicting priorities
Advanced analytical and statistical abilities including concepts such as standard deviation, forecast error, bias, safety stock calculations and mean average percent error (MAPE)
Knowledge and experience working in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
Strong Excel and Power BI knowledge required Oracle experience preferred
Fluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or location
About the Company:
Advanced Systems Group (ASG) is a newly formed stand-alone division of Brunswick, the worlds largest recreational marine business. Whether on water or on the road, delivering an optimal user experience is at the heart of Advanced Systems Groups business. Its why we are proud to be the worlds leading supplier of products and integrated systems to the marine, RV, and Specialty Vehicle industries. Our broad portfolio of market leading brands in power management, digital control & monitoring, and networked devices are distributed globally to a diverse aftermarket and OEM customer base. ASG is driven, every day, to be the worlds most trusted partner to the marine and mobile industries.
We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and inspiration. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.
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