Forecaster

Forecaster Competitive Salary Benefits Toronto, ON

The Role

Do you have experience in forecasting for big box retailers and POS analysis? Are you eager to develop your career, and would welcome the challenge of working in an exciting and fast-paced environment?

If that sounds like you, then we’d love to hear from you!

Eurofase is looking for a Forecaster who will report to the Vice President of Sales Home Improvement channel, the Forecaster will be provided forecasting guidance to the sales team and track Key Performance Indicators.

Key Responsibilities :

The key responsibilities of a Forecaster include, but are not limited to :

• Manage Sales Forecasting, POS data bases and provide replenishment guidance for all products within Home Improvement Channel customers, Lowe’s, Home Depot, Menards
• Provide key reporting to Inventory Management, Merchandising, Operations and Senior Management.
• Maintain overall inventory health of the replenishment and forecasting including POS trends, in-stock %, service level, and inventory turns
• Review & analyse historical data and trends to forecast the demand of import and domestic goods
• Monitor recent sales performance and adjust forward forecasts at appropriate time horizons
• Track Key Performance Indicators on a weekly, monthly quarterly and annual basis, including store / DC level inventories.
• Manage forecast exceptions working closely with supply chain
• Communicate product status updates to internal stakeholders in a timely manner.
• Liaise with VP of Sales and senior management to ensure execution of category S&OP processes (forecast validation) to achieve company objectives.
• Represent the forecasting and replenishment business unit when reporting out to leaders in the organization
• Participate in collaborative monthly forecasting calls with customers
• Maintain forecasting spreadsheets and historical POS, shipment history
• Support internal and customer business reviews with additional reports as needed
• Maintain weekly POS reporting and identify key trends within each customer

The Company

For the past 30 years, showrooms, designers, and architects have relied on Eurofase Lighting as their go-to brand for providing a diverse selection of high-quality innovative lighting.

As a leading lighting company serving multiple channels via the specialty lighting showroom, electrical wholesaler, home improvement stores, e-commerce websites and the interior design / architectural community, Eurofase Lighting offers products that deliver aesthetic appeal, stellar performance, and long-lasting tested quality

The Person

The key skills and qualities of a Forecaster are :

• Min 3 years of experience in forecasting for big box retailers and POS analysis is a must.
• Full proficiency in excel, pivot tables and retailer database portals required.
• Ability to effectively use strong analytical capabilities and a fact-based approach to develop effective solution to business issues
• Strong problem solving, multi-tasking and prioritizing capabilities
• Strategic planning capabilities with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Projects the highest levels of integrity
• Superior interpersonal communication and presentation skills
• College degree preferred
• Experience with the Home Depot is highly preferred

If you are keen on joining this exciting, forward-thinking company and taking the next step in your career, then please click the apply now button to find out more.