I have an amazing opportunity for an experienced Sales Forecasting Analyst to join a global business.

My client offers and excellent working environment as well as competitive salary and benefits.

Role

Highlighting forecast gaps data, providing insights to sales teams, and providing a guide statistical forecast using historical data where possible. Additionally, providing ongoing support to deliver centralised tasks that drive efficiency in sales forecasting across the region.

Key Duties

Produce a statistical forecast at forecast partner level to provide volume and phasing guidance to key account managers for all items.
Support sales team with Excel imports / exports of sales forecast in alignment with overall sales forecast process.
Deliver GAP analysis providing insights to commercial directors & key account managers, highlighting risks & opportunities with current forecasts.
Implement exclusive item forecast tracking.
Upload key customer joint business plans (customer forecasts / targets) for use in sales forecast process and customer performance understanding.
Set-up and document a process to conduct checks for shipments against all ‘Inactive’ forecast partners, communicating as necessary with commercial teams.
Regular review of system user licenses, ensuring sales team users are set-up as appropriate.
Work cross-functionally with a commercial focus. Creating PowerPoint presentations to concisely communicate insights to a variety of stakeholders.
Provide cover for Sales Operations Sales Forecast Manager.
Undertake any initiatives and projects that reduce duplication, drive efficiency, and increase forecast accuracy.

Top 5 Competencies / Experience:

Proven experience providing analytical insights to sales / commercial teams.
Excellent analytical skills, capable of creatively designing and delivering effecting GAP analysis.
High level of attention to detail, with ability to identify inconsistencies.
Ability to prioritise, meet deadlines and work under pressure.
Extremely organised with strong communication skills

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