Mô tả Công việc
Responsibility:
Analyzing historical sales data, market trends, and other relevant factors to create accurate predictions of future customer demand, collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather insights, and utilizing forecasting models to optimize inventory levels and support sales and operations planning by proactively identifying potential risks and opportunities in the market; essentially ensuring the right amount of product is available at the right time to meet customer needs.
Key responsibilities may include:
Data Analysis:
Analyzing historical sales data, market trends, promotional activities, and other relevant data to develop accurate demand forecasts.
Model Development:
Creating and maintaining statistical forecasting models using advanced techniques to predict future demand patterns.
Collaboration:
Working closely with sales, marketing, operations, and supply chain teams to gather market insights, customer feedback, and align demand forecasts with production/shipment plans.
Trend Identification:
Monitoring market dynamics, economic factors to identify potential demand shifts and adjust forecasts accordingly.
Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP):
Participating in S&OP meetings to present demand forecasts and collaborate on inventory management strategies.
Risk Assessment:
Performing scenario analysis to identify potential risks and opportunities impacting demand and develop contingency plans.
Forecast Monitoring:
Regularly monitoring forecast accuracy, identifying deviations from actual demand, and taking corrective actions to improve future forecasting.
Reporting and Communication:
Presenting demand forecasts and insights to key stakeholders through clear and concise reports and presentations.
Process Improvement:
Identifying areas for improvement in the demand planning process and implementing new methodologies or tools to enhance forecast accuracy.

Yêu Cầu Công Việc
Required Skills:
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data manipulation and statistical analysis techniques
Expertise in forecasting methodologies (e.g., time series analysis, moving average, exponential smoothing)
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams
Proficiency in demand planning software and tools
Understanding of supply chain dynamics and inventory management principles
Business acumen and ability to interpret market trends and economic factors