Senior Forecasting Analyst
Just Play
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Florida • United States
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About the role
- Develop and maintain demand forecasting models for a diverse toy portfolio across multiple retailers, incorporating historical data, sales trends, market analysis, and seasonal variability.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, marketing, product development, and supply chain teams to ensure alignment and accuracy in forecasting inputs.
- Analyze and report on forecast accuracy, identify trends, and implement continuous improvements to forecasting processes.
- Lead monthly and quarterly forecast reviews with executive stakeholders, providing clear insights into forecast adjustments, risks, and opportunities.
- Build and share data analytics tools and techniques to enhance forecasting accuracy.
- Manage inventory risk and align with sales to optimize stock levels, especially during peak seasonal periods.
- Contribute to new product launches by providing data-backed demand projections to guide production and distribution.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Mathematics, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in forecasting, demand planning, or a related analytical role, ideally within the toy, retail, or consumer goods industry.
- Strong proficiency in Excel, Power Query, and data analysis.
- Problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and communicate insights.
- Exceptional attention to detail while managing multiple projects and deadlines.
- A strategic mindset and proactive approach to cross-functional teamwork.
- Advanced collaboration, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Proficient in all Microsoft Office programs: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
- Fluency in English (both written and verbal).
Benefits
- Just Play is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
attention to detailstrategic mindsetproactive teamworkcommunication skillsinterpersonal skillsorganizational skillstime managementcollaborationanalytical thinkingadaptability