Associate Demand Analyst
Share
Job Location:
Monthly Salary:
Posted on:
5 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Key Responsibilities
Operational:
Ensure timely and accurate demand forecasts for assigned articles and categories.
Analyze and cleanse historical sales data to establish a solid foundation for
forecasting.
Generate statistical forecasts for short- mid- and long-term horizons (up to 52
weeks).
Forecast sales for new product introductions.
Calculate and refine promotional uplift in collaboration with other functions (e.g.
Category Managers) to accurately forecast promotional sales.
Review and analyze forecast results for regular assortment promotional articles and
future events.
Manage exceptions identified by forecasting tools focusing on key assortments (e.g.
high-rotation new seasonal promotional competitive and top-customer articles)
and take corrective actions involving other functions as needed.
Ensure proper aggregation and reconciliation of forecasts across all levels (article
category store time) in both units and value.
Continuous improvement:
Identify opportunities for improvement and implement solutions.
Analyze recurring exceptions and propose actions to minimize them.
Fine-tune forecasting algorithms and parameters to enhance accuracy.
Maintain Master Data in system
Operational:
Ensure timely and accurate demand forecasts for assigned articles and categories.
Analyze and cleanse historical sales data to establish a solid foundation for
forecasting.
Generate statistical forecasts for short- mid- and long-term horizons (up to 52
weeks).
Forecast sales for new product introductions.
Calculate and refine promotional uplift in collaboration with other functions (e.g.
Category Managers) to accurately forecast promotional sales.
Review and analyze forecast results for regular assortment promotional articles and
future events.
Manage exceptions identified by forecasting tools focusing on key assortments (e.g.
high-rotation new seasonal promotional competitive and top-customer articles)
and take corrective actions involving other functions as needed.
Ensure proper aggregation and reconciliation of forecasts across all levels (article
category store time) in both units and value.
Continuous improvement:
Identify opportunities for improvement and implement solutions.
Analyze recurring exceptions and propose actions to minimize them.
Fine-tune forecasting algorithms and parameters to enhance accuracy.
Maintain Master Data in system
Collaboration:
Work closely with Category Managers Department/Store Managers and Sales teams
to optimize customer service.
Gather market-related information from other functions (e.g. promotions D&Rs
new article introductions) to support forecasting.
Incorporate market intelligence into demand forecasts.
Lead cross-functional demand planning meetings to achieve consensus on sales
expectations.
Challenge sales expectations from offer and operations teams through in-depth
analysis of historical sales data.
Skills & Competencies
Primary Skills (Required)
Strong knowledge of demand planning sales forecasting and S&OP processes
High proficiency in analyzing data applying forecasting methodologies and making
data-driven decisions
Hands-on experience with planning tools such as SAP IBP/APO o9 BlueYonder/JDA
Oracle Demantra
Solid understanding of retail math and statistical forecasting techniques with SHL
proficiency recommended
Advanced capability in Microsoft Office including Excel PowerPoint and Word with
familiarity in planning tools and ERP systems as a plus
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to influence and build
consensus across functions
Proven ability to work effectively with multiple departments such as Category
Management Sales and Operations
Fluency in professional English
Demonstration of cultural awareness and respect in cross-functional collaboration
Secondary Skills (Preferred)
Experience with data mining and visualization tools (Power BI SQL MS Access
Excel)
Familiarity with JDA Fulfillment and Allocation
Exposure to retail or wholesale industry dynamics
Fluency in additional languages
Strong aptitude for identifying process improvement opportunities and implementing
solutions
Skilled in managing expectations and leading cross-functional meetings
Strong social competence to connect build networks and resolve conflicts
Primary Skills (Required)
Strong knowledge of demand planning sales forecasting and S&OP processes
High proficiency in analyzing data applying forecasting methodologies and making
data-driven decisions
Hands-on experience with planning tools such as SAP IBP/APO o9 BlueYonder/JDA
Oracle Demantra
Solid understanding of retail math and statistical forecasting techniques with SHL
proficiency recommended
Advanced capability in Microsoft Office including Excel PowerPoint and Word with
familiarity in planning tools and ERP systems as a plus
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to influence and build
consensus across functions
Proven ability to work effectively with multiple departments such as Category
Management Sales and Operations
Fluency in professional English
Demonstration of cultural awareness and respect in cross-functional collaboration
Secondary Skills (Preferred)
Experience with data mining and visualization tools (Power BI SQL MS Access
Excel)
Familiarity with JDA Fulfillment and Allocation
Exposure to retail or wholesale industry dynamics
Fluency in additional languages
Strong aptitude for identifying process improvement opportunities and implementing
solutions
Skilled in managing expectations and leading cross-functional meetings
Strong social competence to connect build networks and resolve conflicts
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Economics Business Administration Supply Chain Management
or Mathematics preferred.
Minimum 3 years of experience in demand planning forecasting or supply chain
management.
Experience on retail/wholesale or consumer goods / FMCG is a plus.
management.
Experience on retail/wholesale or consumer goods / FMCG is a plus.
