Forecasting Analyst
- Full-time
Please notethat your application will be considered for the current and future hiring opportunities within this job posting.
What you’ll do:
The Forecast Analyst plays a critical role in achieving our Sales, Inventory and Shipment plans for the assigned business category within Canadian Tire’s assortment. The analyst leverages a wealth of historical data, product knowledge, market, and competitive data to construct the product-level forecast for both consumer and dealer(store) demand.
Join our team for an opportunity at the core of our business where you will support driving the company's financial health and ultimately equip Canadians for all the jobs and joys of life in Canada.
Creating a product level forecast for regular, promotional, and seasonal activities using JDA Software and other leading-edge in house tools
Monitoring demand variances to forecast and formulate corrective actions to ensure organization targets are being met
Managing short and long term aggregate forecast in accordance with financial targets
Working closely with fellow Category team members including Category Business Managers in Merchandising, Category Business Planners, Marketing Promotional Planners, Replenishment Analyst and Forecasting Manager
Success in this role is measured by continuous improvement in reduction of Forecast Error/Bias and improvement in Store Service Level
What you bring:
An undergraduate degree, preferably in Business, Economics, Commerce, Math, or Engineering
Experience in Forecasting, Merchandising, Marketing and Retail is considered an asset.
Background using Excel at an intermediate or advanced level using analytics to turn data into recommendations and actionable insights
Ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders cross functionally, influencing and building strong relationships
Strong written and verbal communication skills
We’re always looking for great talent! In addition to competitive pay, we offer:
- Comprehensive benefits and retirement programs
- Performance incentives, Continuing Education Programs
- Other perks to support your well-being
- Career growth opportunities and product discounts
Broadband Salary Range: $53,000 – $88,000.
Our typical hiring range is between $53,000 and $70,000. Salary decisions are also dependent on other factors such as your experience, industry benchmarks, internal equity and other role-specific requirements. For critical roles, the compensation offering will be reviewed to ensure alignment with market rate and conditions and the unique value you bring to the role.
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This posting represents an existing vacancy within our organization.
We may use artificial intelligence tools as part of our recruitment process to assist in the initial screening of resumes. All hiring decisions, including candidate evaluation, selection, and disposition, are made by human recruiters.