Analyst, Global Forecasting

Fresh•Jersey City, NJ

About The Position

The Analyst, Global Forecasting supports strategic business decisions by providing accurate and insightful data. The role develops, maintains, and publishes comprehensive forecasting reports so stakeholders have timely, reliable information about sales performance and demand planning. The analyst works with forecasting, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Sales teams and reports directly to the Director, HQ Forecasting. The position also supports reporting automation, forecasting model enhancements, data integration, and reporting tools. During the first six months, the analyst will build an understanding of Fresh’s strategy and portfolio and develop expertise in DynaSys, Power BI, and database reporting. Within 12 months, the analyst is expected to improve reporting and tools, create dashboards, issue weekly and monthly reports, and maintain forecasting databases.

Requirements

1–4+ years of experience in data analysis, forecasting, reporting, or a similar function.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, conditional formatting, and complex formulas.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret complex data and clearly present findings.
Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information to non-technical audiences.
Proactive, solution-oriented approach and commitment to continuous improvement.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related quantitative field.
Ability to remain stationary for an average of 7.5 hours per day; light to moderate lifting may be required, and the role may regularly involve standing, sitting, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and operating a computer, telephone, and keyboard.

Nice To Haves

Experience with business intelligence tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or QlikView, and/or forecasting software.
Familiarity with master data management principles.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the forecasting team to design, develop, and implement weekly and monthly forecasting reports for business units and regions.
Prepare and publish reports on Sell In and Sell Out performance at market and retailer levels.
Monitor, analyze, and report on KPIs, providing data-driven recommendations to optimize processes and improve forecast accuracy.
Maintain global Demand Planning Masterdata and ensure its integrity, accuracy, and alignment across Supply Chain, Marketing, and Sales.
Identify trends, anomalies, and variances in forecasting data and communicate potential impacts to stakeholders.
Automate reporting processes where possible to improve efficiency and reduce manual work.
Participate in cross-functional projects involving forecasting model enhancements, data integration, and reporting tools.
Support ad-hoc reporting and analysis requests from senior management and other departments.
Improve existing reporting and tools, create dashboards, issue weekly and monthly reports, and maintain forecasting databases.

Benefits

Training and development, including Fresh- and LVMH-sponsored trainings and workshops for personal and professional development.
Networking and relationship-building opportunities within the LVMH community and network.
Opportunities to join internal communities, including the DEIB Council, Sustainability Champions, and LVMH Employee Resource Groups.
Employee Assistance Program with free professional consultation, referrals, and counseling.
Free 24/7 confidential mental health support.
Flexible paid time off policy, including Summer Fridays.
Fertility services and family-planning support, including maternity and newborn support, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and cryopreservation when part of fertility treatment.
Paid parental leave for eligible employees, including maternity, paternity, adoption, and surrogacy leave.
Travel and lodging support for those who cannot access care.
Back-up dependent care and tutoring.
Fresh in-store discounts and gratis.
LVMH group Friends and Family sales across divisions.
Pre-tax commuter benefits through Wage Works.
Health club, sporting and entertainment ticket, and insurance discounts, including pet, renters, and home insurance discounts.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
401(k) with company match and additional employer contribution at eligibility.