Develop and maintain statistical forecast models using historical sales data, market trends, promotional plans, and other relevant demand drivers
Analyze historical sales patterns, seasonality, and other factors to identify and understand demand behaviors.
Manage the SKU-Channel forecasts in the O9 system for a Brand cluster as part of a monthly Integrated Business Planning process cycle
Incorporate market intelligence, sales insights, and recent product introduction plans into the forecasting process.
Continuously monitor forecast accuracy, identify variances, and conduct root cause analysis to refine future forecasts.
Lead or actively participate in demand review meetings as part of the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP;) process.
Collaborate closely with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Operations teams to gather input, communicate forecast assumptions, and achieve a consensus demand plan.
Collect, clean, and analyze large datasets related to sales, inventory, market conditions, and external factors.
Prepare and present key demand planning reports and KPIs (e.g., forecast accuracy, bias, service levels).