Forecast Analyst

REV Group, Inc. • Ocala, FL

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Forecast Analyst is responsible for analyzing the master production schedule while utilizing production data to support business decisions. This role balances customer demand, capacity, labor requirements, material availability, and operational constraints to forecast achievable production plans. The position analyzes and summarizes data from multiple systems to identify risks, develop forecasts and capacity plans, and provide clear recommendations to cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• Knowledge of MS Office applications as needed to perform work assignments – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint as well as the ability to learn company systems as needed.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret large datasets, identify trends and risks, and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Strong knowledge of production forecasting, scheduling, capacity planning, and manufacturing operations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with Power BI or similar business intelligence and visualization tools.
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and the relationship between demand, CTB/material readiness, capacity, and production schedules.
• Ability to develop forecasts and scenario models using production volume, product mix, required hours, capacity, and other operational assumptions.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing business requirements.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to summarize complex information clearly for leadership and cross-functional teams.
• 3–5 years of experience in production planning, forecasting, scheduling, production control, supply chain, or manufacturing analytics.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems, advanced Excel, and production/manufacturing data analysis required.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred APICS certification.
• Experience with Tulip MES and Oracle EBS preferred
• APICS CPIM, CSCP, Lean Six Sigma, or related certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production forecasts using CTB status, backlog, material and engineering readiness, historical performance, and capacity.
• Analyze CTB and production data to identify risks, constraints, and opportunities and provide actionable recommendations.
• Develop short- and long-range production plans based on volume, product mix, required hours, capacity, and operational constraints.
• Analyze production hours and workload to support capacity and headcount planning and identify future resource gaps.
• Compile and summarize data from ERP, scheduling, CTB, and other systems into clear, actionable information for leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards, Excel models, KPIs, and reporting tools to communicate production outlook, readiness, capacity, schedule performance, and business trends.
• Analyze actual performance, trends, and scenarios to improve forecast accuracy and evaluate the impact of changes in demand, mix, staffing, materials, and capacity.
• Partner cross-functionally to validate planning assumptions, align future production requirements, improve reporting and planning processes, and provide analytical support as needed.
• Provide ad hoc analytical support and develop data-driven recommendations for production control and business leadership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree