Forecast Analyst jobs in Simi Valley, CA

Forecast Analyst analyzes inventory levels, production speed, and product demand to determine the amount of finished product that will be produced. Determines the best metrics to use to provide the most accurate representation of the forecast. Being a Forecast Analyst works with other departments within the organization to determine optimal inventory levels. May require a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Forecast Analyst typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Forecast Analyst occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Forecast Analyst typically requires 2-4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Demand Planning/Forecast Analyst – Oxnard, California
  • SCOSCHE INDUSTRIES INC
  • Oxnard, CA FULL_TIME
  • Description

      

    Demand Planning/Forecast Analyst – Oxnard, California (In-house position)


    Scosche Industries is a multi-award-winning consumer technology accessory company. Family owned and operated in California since 1980, we are dedicated to creating sustainably responsible, world class mobile accessories and are recognized as the #1 Mount, #1 FM Transmitter and #1 selling 30W Wall Charger Brand in the U.S. We have nearly 200 employees across all locations in the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe.


    In this role, you will be responsible for all forecasting, demand planning, and revenue attainment activities associated with customers and products. The Demand Planner creates and maintains forecast models for their product line and/or customers, incorporating business intelligence and forecast information gathered from sales, marketing, finance, retailer replenishment analysts, and other sources (i.e.: Nielsen or other syndicated consumer data). The Demand Planner has the sole ownership of all demand planning activities and is the integration point into the sales and commercial organization. This role will also have accountability of our Excess and Obsolete (E&O) inventory management. The position leads the cadence and dialogue for their respective customers and products with key counterparts in Sales and Marketing. This position will play a meaningful role in improving the accuracy of the demand signals that drive our supply chain activities.


    Essential Functions:


    • Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
    • Manage the aggregation of the demand planning process across items, product lines, and regions producing a rolling estimate of unconstrained future demand in units.
    • Produce forecasting data with multiple time horizons as part of a demand planning function. 
    • Review historical sales trends, research demand drivers, prepare forecast data, develop statistical forecast models, and evaluate forecast results.
    • Partner with key parties to gather forecast inputs (building blocks) based on functional expertise. Influence and drive alignment with Marketing, Sales, Customers and Finance to create new product launch forecasts.
    • Coordinate cross-functional research activities to reconcile significant variances and refine the forecast model to reflect updated sales and marketing assumptions.
    • Monitor & measure performance vs. the forecast throughout the month identifying any key shifts or trends.
    • Maintain & develop metrics & key performance indicators (KPI’s)
    • Analyze forecast variation/deviation with the goal to minimize service issues and prevent the build of excess & obsolete inventory.
    • Data integration from forecasting software to MRP software
    • Use and maintain the Demand Planning software as the primary forecasting system tool.
    • Maintain planning parameters within MRP software.
    • Balance inventory within Scosche’s multi-site environment.
    • Provide operational support for order allocation & fulfillment during key fiscal deadlines: period, quarter, and year-end.
    • Continuously monitor sell-through, inventory levels, bookings, and shipping trends to provide direction on necessary adjustments to either demand or supply planning. 
    • Anticipate the results of these trends or changes and initiate adjustments when the results will negatively affect plans or commitments.
    • Recognize underlying themes and patterns, reduce sophisticated data to a few key conclusions that can be actionable and easily understood by others to guide final decision making and trade-offs.
    • Align with Supply Chain and Fulfillment teams on demand handoff.
    • Confidently present own position despite resistance or unfavorable reactions from others.
    • See connections between Supply Chain actions and strategic business outcomes, apply data driven decision making.


    Key Results:

    • A demand forecast which incorporates current and accurate market information. Allowing the company to correctly predict customer demand and provide its supply chain with the appropriate information to enable a plan to meet that customer demand.
    • Improved relationships among planners, sales, marketing, and finance, which will lead to effective knowledge sharing and an optimal consensus forecast to better guide the company.
    • Refine systems and methods to continually improve forecasts so that the company can better anticipate customer needs.
    • Maintaining finished goods inventory and bulk parts on the shelves at 100% as set in the Company’s current business plan (agreed upon turns per year).  Ensuring there are no supply chain issues with assigned product lines that could impact inventory issues and maintaining 3 C’s Scosche Policy.
    • Integration of external demand inputs to the internal MRP system

    Requirements

      

    • Bachelor’s degree from (preferred) in purchasing, business or related area, or equivalent experience
    • 5 years Supply Chain experience in Manufacturing or Retail environment.
    • Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) exposure/experience.
    • Prior forecasting & MRP software systems.
    • Organized and very detail oriented.
    • Ability to work well with all levels of employees and Management.
    • Excellent verbal & written communication skills.
    • Computer proficiency, especially Excel.
    • Must be able to manage a variety of tasks.
    • Must live in the area to be able to work in our Corporate Office in Oxnard, California. 

    No recruiters please


      

    Scosche Industries’ Corporate Mission:

    “To produce cutting edge, innovative accessories at competitive pricing. To provide superior consultation and service for our customer. To understand the consumer and create Scosche products they will enjoy, manufactured with the American ingenuity and quality they expect.”

    I have received, read, and understood the description of my position at Scosche Industries. I also understand that the functions and responsibilities in this job description may not include all the tasks that may be assigned to me during my employment with Scosche.   EEO

  • 4 Days Ago

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Pricing Analyst
  • AmeriHome Mortgage Company, LLC
  • Westlake, CA FULL_TIME
  • Job Title: Pricing Analyst Location: CA - Westlake Village What you'll do: AmeriHome Pricing Analysts work within the Secondary Marketing, Capital Markets department to deliver pricing to our customer...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Financial Analyst
  • Robert Half
  • Simi Valley, CA PER_DIEM
  • We're looking for a Financial Analyst with effective communication skills. The ideal candidate for this position enjoys working as part of a team. Robert Half is working with a thriving company to fin...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Financial Analyst
  • ICI Services
  • Port Hueneme, CA FULL_TIME
  • ICI Services is looking for an analytical, detail-oriented individual to join our team in support of the Naval Surface Weapons Center (NSWC) Port Hueneme, CA. We are a small defense contractor providi...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Systems Analyst
  • ICI Services
  • Port Hueneme, CA FULL_TIME
  • ICI Services is looking for motivated individuals to join our team in support of the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC), Port Hueneme, Port Hueneme, CA. We are a small, employee-owned defense contrac...
  • 22 Days Ago

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PROGRAM ANALYST
  • Naval Sea Systems Command
  • Port Hueneme, CA FULL_TIME
  • This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "H...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Demand Planning/Forecast Analyst - Oxnard, California
  • SCOSCHE INDUSTRIES INC
  • Oxnard, CA
  • Job Type Full-time Description Demand Planning/Forecast Analyst - Oxnard, California (In-house position) Scosche Industr...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Financial Analyst, Operations
  • The Wonderful Company
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Company Description It's more than just water. FIJI Water is known for its iconic square bottle and unique mineral profi...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Financial Analyst & Sr. Coordinator for Division of Finance and Administration
  • California Institute of the Arts
  • Valencia, CA
  • Details Position Category: Non-Academic Position Title: Financial Analyst & Sr. Coordinator for Division of Finance and ...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Financial Analyst
  • InCharge Energy
  • Santa Monica, CA
  • InCharge Energy is seeking a Financial Analyst to work with our Vice President of Charging as a Service (CaaS) to suppor...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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IT Financial Controller
  • US Tech Solutions
  • Burbank, CA
  • Duration: 19 Months Contract Work Schedule: Hybrid role; In-office days 3 Notes: Seeking an experienced financial contro...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Global Sales & Operations Planning Analyst (Hybrid - El Segundo, CA)
  • Belkin International, Inc.
  • El Segundo, CA
  • Job Description The Global S&OP Analyst is responsible for providing data analysis, business intelligence, supply chain ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Planner/ Data Sales Analyst
  • 24 Seven Talent
  • Manhattan Beach, CA
  • We have an immediate Planning/ Data Analyst opportunity for Lifestyle Brand located in Manhattan Beach! Seeking Assistan...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Finance and Accounting Analyst Catalent
  • ResourceMFG
  • Chatsworth, CA
  • summary ResourceMFG is Hiring for Finance and Accounting Analyst for Catalent Pharmacueticals. The position is responsib...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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