Farm Supply Forecasting Analyst

Organic Valley

3d•$67,516 - $81,827•Remote

About The Position

The Farm Supply Forecasting Analyst is responsible for supply forecasting for all supply pools. This position will collaborate across pools creating a bridge between field and planning, ensuring timely and accurate forecasting of supply feeding into the ES&OP and Pools supply planning processes. This role will collaborate in the establishment of data collection processes and will ensure supply data quality across systems to support accurate forecasting and supply analysis.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business, agriculture or related field required.
2-5 years of experience forecasting, statistical analysis or related work required.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
Demonstrates a passion for learning and a willingness to build new skills.
Ability to foster a success-oriented, dynamic environment within the Cooperative.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion required.
Understanding and dedication to the Cooperative’s mission.
Ability to lead and motivate continuous improvement and change throughout the organization.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of producer-side organic dairy production and farm management principles strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain short, mid and long term supply forecasts at appropriate levels of aggregation.
Lead supply consensus meetings with leadership to align on monthly supply forecast.
Participate in the creation of long-range plans and future development of milk supply strategy.
Analyze historical supply including regional and seasonal changes and recommend appropriate actions to adjust current forecast.
Analyze forecast drivers and recommend corrective actions for review with senior planners and leadership.
Identify risks and opportunities in the supply outlook and proactively communicate impacts.
Monitoring, managing and communication of key performance indicators, related to forecast accuracy and seasonality.
Document assumptions, methodologies and changes to ensure transparency and alignment.
Support scenario planning and analysis for business decisions.
Support Strategic Supply Chain, Sales and Finance teams, providing supply outlook information for applicable supply types.
Ensure active and accurate communications to key stakeholders across departments.
Participate in projects cross-functionally and within Pools as needed.
Data & Systems Support.
Reporting, Insights & Stakeholder Support.
Keep abreast of current and forecasted market conditions.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Insurance - Choice of plans for you and your family, including some that can be paired with an HSA (which CROPP contributes to on your behalf)
Supplemental insurances: we offer accidental insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Time Off – 136 hours in the 1st year of employment prorated by start date. Plus 9 paid holidays, plus one floating holiday to use at will.
6 Weeks Paid Parental Leave – For all gendered partners in childbirth or adoption.
Vision & Dental Insurance – Free annual eye exam, discounts on glasses/contacts, flexible dental network, adult ortho.
401k – We match 100% up to the first 3% of an employee’s contribution, and then 50% for 3.1%-5.0% of employee contributions.
Free services at five local Neighborhood Family Clinics.
Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $1,500 per year to support continuing higher education.
Life Insurance - $50,000 policy funded by CROPP for each employee. Supplemental voluntary coverage available for employees, spouses, and children.
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D Insurance - $50,000 of life insurance coverage of $50,000 of AD&D coverage funded by CROPP for each employee.
Employee Assistance Program - Free and Confidential for employees, spouses, and dependents.
Free onsite fitness centers available 24/7
Free biometric screenings (cholesterol, glucose, blood pressure) and health coaching.
Financial advisors and seminars
Annual $360 Lifestyle Spending Account
Flexible Scheduling
On-site all-organic cafeterias