Forecast Analyst - Trade

Masco Corporation•Indianapolis, IN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Delta Faucet Company is looking for a highly analytical, self-motivated forecasting professional to contribute significantly to the ongoing development of our Demand Planning capabilities and forecasting methods. As a Forecast Analyst, you will take ownership of forecasting a complex product portfolio. You will improve forecast accuracy and align business objectives. You will work closely with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Supply Planning. The Forecast Analyst owns and continuously improves the monthly forecast of customer demand by SKU and distribution center for the next 18 months. The role is more than forecast creation; it needs strong analytical insight to interpret trends, detect risks and opportunities proactively, and steer decisions using data. Using advanced planning and analytical tools like Kinaxis Maestro, Power BI, and Excel, you will turn complex and often incomplete data into actionable business insights. These insights will directly affect procurement, production planning, distribution, and financial results. As a key business partner, you will actively question assumptions, find opportunities to improve forecasting processes, and ensure forecast accuracy to optimize service levels, inventory, and financial outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (required), preferred focus in Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing, Information Systems, or related field.
Minimum 5 years' experience in Demand Planning / Forecasting or related roles
Strong grasp of statistical forecasting concepts and methods, with the ability to assess time-series models performance, spot opportunities to enhance forecasting, and adjust forecasts using data-driven insights.
Robust analytical and data management abilities, including experience handling large and complex datasets.
Advanced proficiency with Excel, Power BI, and analytical reporting tools is required (Power Query and DAX experience preferred).
Demonstrated curiosity and willingness to learn emerging technologies, automation, and AI tools to improve planning efficiency, insight generation, and decision-making.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to clearly communicate analytical results and adapt approach based upon audience, organization level, and business context to arrive at data-driven forecast consensus.

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications in forecasting, supply chain, or continuous improvement are preferred, but not mandatory (e.g., IBF CPF/ACPF, ASCM/APICS CPIM or CSCP, Lean Six Sigma, or similar).

Responsibilities

Drive continuous improvement in forecast accuracy, bias reduction, and service-level performance by using statistical data modeling, identifying demand patterns, and gathering business insights.
Be an analytical leader and subject matter expert within Demand Planning.
Use Power BI and large-scale analytics to build reporting and tools that support forecast improvements and operational decision making.
Analyze forecast variances, identify root causes, and drive corrective actions, using product volume/volatility stratification while considering downstream inventory/safety stock impacts.
Partner closely with manufacturing, operations, procurement, and supply planning teams to proactively communicate forecast changes and mitigate operational risk.
Operate effectively in fast-paced and evolving environments, balancing incomplete information with analytical insights, sound business judgment, and a strong sense of ownership.
Own the end-to-end demand plan for assigned customers and categories, cultivating strategic relationships with Sales, customers, and internal stakeholders.
Independently lead monthly and weekly forecast review cycles, identifying risks, assumptions, and opportunities.
Guide planning conversations with internal and external collaborators to incorporate product launches, promotions, lifecycle changes, and market intelligence into the demand plan.
Translate complex analytical concepts into clear, compelling business narratives that enable better joint decision-making with Sales, customers, and leadership audiences.
Represent Demand Planning strategically by converting analytical insights into clear business direction.
Establish trust with internal and customer groups, influencing cross-functional alignment and forecast ownership.