Forecasting Analyst

**Job Description**:
The forecasting analyst will develop analyses and models based on complex technical, operational, economic and statistical data to solve forecasting and inventory challenges for an agricultural and construction equipment aftermarket department. The result will be a forecast across 200,000+ SKUs and $100M+ annual spend providing the basis for meeting our service level commitment to our customers. The forecasting analyst will aid in developing innovative strategies, to achieve a set target for forecast accuracy and manage all processes related to forecast management functions and quantify the competitive performance of the organization's operations and/or markets and evaluate the potential impact of changes.
- Analyzes historical demand and market information on 200,000+ SKUs using business software packages and statistical software tools and develops statistical and mathematical models to predict future outcomes, improve inventory optimization, and multi-echelon forecast accuracy.
- Lead and manage the Sales & Operations Process reviews by sharing, collaborating and integrating market intelligence across multi-departmental echelons (i.e Wholegoods, Product Support, Sales and Marketing, Product Developmental Representatives) as well as across other regions globally; Develop detailed work instructions for depot associates as applicable; Result of plan will support the $250M+ revenue targets
- Improve business profitability by identifying and implementing forecasting strategies to prevent low stock, out of stock and surplus/obsolete inventory. Work with a cross-functional team to validate requests, determine how to manage product launches, substitutions, discontinued parts.
- Collates, models, interprets and analyzes data; explains variances, seasonality and trends. Communicates business data and improvements with other areas within the business function
- Collects, analyzes and reports data to support decisions on day-to-day operations, strategic planning and specific business performance issues related to forecasting and support inventory functions. Assist the Materials team with All Time Buy requests.
- Develop reports for management on the overall performance of business segments and develops metrics to measure various characteristics of inventory.

We are looking for someone that meets the below:

- Understanding of forecasting, stocking, replenishment and logistics processes, preferably in a distribution or service parts setting rather than manufacturing.
- Experience in Blue Yonder forecasting suite preferred
- Strong Agricultural and Construction product knowledge
- Experience managing inventory, including reducing surplus.
- Knowledge of inventory accounting procedures, including calculating depreciation.
- Strong analytical background and process flow mentality.
- Skill using Microsoft office suite and Visio.
- APICS certification, preferred
- Financial and inventory experience a plus

Desired skills
- A Bachelor's degree in Supply chain or related field with 2+ years of experience in Materials/Inventory management
- or with 5+ years of experience in Materials/Inventory management

**CNH Australia offers**:
**Retirement & Insured employee Benefits**
- Superannuation
- Income Protection Cover
- Death/TPD Cover
- Private Health Insurance NZ
- Private Health Insurance AU (retail discounts)
- Employee Assistance Program

**Financial Wellbeing**
- Member Discounts Network
- Member discounts
- Fitness and Health
- CNH Brand Merchandise employee discounts
- Novated Leasing
- Paid Parental Leave
- Short
- and Long-term Incentives
- Benefits Cars, Parking
- Employee Referral Scheme

**Employee Development & Recognition**
- Education Assistance
- Employee Resource Groups
- Learning & Development
- Global Mobility
- Service recognition

**Celebrating Diversity & Inclusion**
- Multi faith room/Mother’s Room
- Inclusive Celebrations
- Members of the Diversity Council Australia
- Flexible Work Options

**Acknowledgement of Country**

**Our D&I Statement: Together We Grow**

We believe that everyone, everywhere, deserves an equal opportunity to thrive. Every day, we innovate and adapt to give farmers and builders across the world the tools they need to succeed. And we do the same for our people.

Building a **diverse**, **equitable **and **inclusive **business isn’t a one-off exercise. We can always do better. But we’re completely committed to the process. When we do right by each other and by our customers, we are more innovative and creative. Growing Together to build a better future for us all.

**Job Requirements**:
The forecasting analyst will develop analyses and models based on complex technical, operational, economic and statistical data to solve forecasting and inventory challenges for an agricultural and construction equipment aftermarket department. The result will be a forecast across 200,000+ SKUs and $100M+ annual spend providing the basis for meeting our service level commit