Job Description
* Continuously monitor and analyze forecasting performance and pro-actively initiate corrective actions if needed in close collaboration with key stakeholders – especially Demand & Inventory Managers and the Product Team.
* Actively run the end-to-end forecasting process and translate business needs into concrete requirements for technical development.
* Develop, maintain and present regular and ad-hoc reports on forecasting performance KPI and pro-actively uncover root causes for critical deviations.
* Support our Sales and Operations Planning and Execution process by providing forecast data to drive data-driven, timely and risk-aware decision-making.
* Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in forecasting.
* Lead initiatives directed at standardization and simplification of the forecasting process, tools and data flows across departments.
* Own the end-to-end forecasting process and create a positive, open-minded and collaborative environment – fostering innovation and continuous improvement.
* Pro-actively contribute clear, actionable and relevant forecasting insights to our Sales and Operations Planning and Execution process to drive data-driven, timely and risk-aware decision-making.
Qualifications
* University degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics or Business Administration and Supply Chain Management with clear focus on quantitative analytics
* Proven experience with statistical forecasting models in a fast-paced environment (CPG/FMCG)
* Ability to read and query data with SQL; Advanced MS Excel and MS PowerPoint user; Experience with MS Power BI and Tableau is a big plus
* Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills to optimize processes and to drive informed decision-making
* Being precise and pragmatic at the same time – flexibly applying methods required in the respective situation
* Open-minded team player with an ability to present complex ideas in a simple but meaningful way
* Entrepreneurial mindset with a hands-on attitude who contributes with ideas
* 5+ years of relevant experience gained in a forecasting role (e.g. sales/demand/SKU/inbound/outbound forecasting, data analytics, business intelligence)
Additional Information
With more than 1,000 passionate professionals located across 6 European offices, we believe our success comes from working together and leveraging our international strengths. Expect a hybrid work setup: 60% in-office, 40% remote, collaborating with colleagues across locations.
Our benefits:
20% discount in our zooplus shop
Internal and external training
Team events
#LI-Hybrid
✈️ 28 vacation days and days off on 24th and 31st of December
️ Corporate rates at a local gym chain (Body & Soul)
Company mobile phone for work and personal use
zooplus is committed to equal opportunity. We value and embrace diversity and inclusion of all Team Members.