Mining Forecast Analyst

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Caterpillars Central Forecasting team is seeking a Mining Forecast Analyst to support global Resource Industries forecasting. This role plays a key part in developing analyzing and communicating forecasts that influence business planning and decisionmaking across the organization.

As an individual contributor you will leverage economic insight statistical methodologies and data analytics tools to develop forecasts across Sales to Users Dealer Inventory Commercial Shipments and Industry demand. You will partner closely with business stakeholders to translate data into actionable insights and effectively communicate findings to leadership.

What You Will Do

• Monitor economic trends and market conditions impacting Mining Quarrying and Resource Industries
• Develop forecasts for:
  • Monthly Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)
  • Long Term Forecast (LTF)
  • Annual Business Planning (ABP)
• Track Sales to User Shipment and Order activity analyzing variances and identifying forecast risks
• Develop and maintain forecasting models using statistical and economic methodologies
• Utilize tools such as Power BI Excel and data platforms to build reports visualize trends and communicate insights
• Translate complex data into clear actionable insights to support business decisions
• Partner with business teams to align forecasts and communicate findings to leadership audiences
• Prepare and deliver reports through presentations written analysis and meetings
• Support ad hoc analysis and forecasting requests as needed

What You Have

Analytical & Forecasting Capability

• Strong foundation in economic analysis statistical modeling or quantitative forecasting
• Ability to analyze trends and develop data-driven forecasts and scenarios

Tools & Data Skills

• Experience with Power BI Excel and data analysis tools
• Exposure to Python or similar analytical tools is a plus

Business Partnership & Communication

• Ability to effectively communicate complex information to a broad set of stakeholders including leadership
• Experience translating analysis into insights and recommendations

Education

• Masters degree Economics Finance Data Analytics Mathematics or a related field.

What Will Set You Apart

• Experience in statistical forecasting or sales and operations planning (S&OP)
• Ability to identify patterns trends and gaps in complex datasets
• Experience presenting analytical insights to leadership audiences
• Exposure to mining construction or industrial markets
• Experience using Power BI or similar visualization tools

Additional Information

• Location: Peoria IL
• Work Arrangement: 5 days per week onsite

Summary Pay Range:

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-related knowledge skills individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility terms and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical dental and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation Holidays Volunteer etc.)*

• 401(k) savings plans*

• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

• Health Lifestyle Programs*

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

• Career Development*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates:

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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