Forecast and Deployment Analyst

Acosta; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Forecast and Deployment Analyst based in Mississauga to support sales forecasting efforts and ensure alignment across supply chain operations. The role requires analytical skills and a university degree, focusing on optimizing inventory and forecasting accuracy in a vibrant retail environment.

Qualifications

• Detail oriented with strong quantitative/analytical skills.
• Experience in supply chain, demand planning, or forecasting preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel and knowledge of business analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain sales forecasts to drive predictability.
• Monitor inventory levels and recommend adjustments to deployment plans.
• Work cross-functionally within supply chain to ensure alignment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Education

University degree

Tools

Excel

SAP

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Sr. Talent Acquisition Partner at Acosta & Mosaic North America

Title: Forecast and Deployment Analyst

Job Overview/Key Accountabilities:

• Develop and maintain a “Mix” Channel sales forecast (SKU/Week/Location) in order to drive predictability and accuracy.
• Support the Sales organization in the Channel forecasting process (at the volume level) with analytical information as required.
• Work together with Sales and Trade Marketing to understand all events / promo activities within major Channels / Trade Partners that may influence the demand signal.
• Manage product transitions from a forecasting and supply chain coordination perspective.
• Work cross-functionally within supply chain to ensure alignment on forecasts, deployment and execution strategy
• Monitor inventory levels and recommend adjustments to the forecast and deployment plans to optimize inventory holding costs and minimize stockouts.
• Develop and present reports on forecast accuracy, deployment efficiency, and other relevant metrics.
• Work closely with the production planning team to ensure that the forecast and deployment plans are aligned with production capacity.
• Identify potential risks to the forecast and deployment plans and develop mitigation strategies.
• Participate in the S&OP process by providing input on demand forecasts and supply capabilities.
• Special projects as required

Required Training, Qualifications & Knowledge:

• University degree is required.
• Detail orientated with strong quantitative / analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, knowledge of business analysis tools and company ERPs applications desired. Experience using SAP is a definite asset.
• Ability to adapt by recognizing potential situations and responding with solutions in a fast paced environment.
• Must be a strong team player that exhibits exceptional relationship building, cross-functional skills and communication skills.
• Previous work experience in supply chain, demand planning, or forecasting (preferably in consumer goods or retail) is preferred.

Technical Proficiency – Knowledge of SAP (or equivalent ERP) is preferred , Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, formulas) is required.

Attention to Detail – Demonstrates high accuracy in data analysis, reporting, and system inputs to avoid downstream errors.

Analytical Thinking – Strong ability to interpret forecast data, identify trends, and recommend actions to ensure supply-demand alignment.

Problem Solving – Proactively identifies risks and offers practical solutions to minimize service or inventory disruptions.

Communication Skills – Clearly and professionally communicates with cross-functional teams, both written and verbal, especially in high-pressure situations.

Accountability – Takes ownership of tasks with a strong sense of responsibility and urgency, especially during time-sensitive projects.

Adaptability – Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and evolving processes.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Analyst and Marketing

• Industries

  Retail and Marketing Services

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