Senior analyst, forecasting & planning

Xplore Inc.; Markham; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading broadband service provider in Canada seeks a Sr. Forecasting Analyst to drive the forecasting cycles and annual planning. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance forecasting models and provide strategic insights. The ideal candidate has over 5 years in forecasting and advanced skills in Excel and analytics tools. A passion for precision and excellent communication abilities are essential. This role is essential for the company's commitment to providing innovative broadband services.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in forecasting, financial planning, or business analytics.
• Advanced modeling skills in Excel and analytics tools.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of financial metrics.
• Proven ability to lead planning cycles and influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead forecasting and planning for Subscribers, ARPU, and Revenue.
• Own quarterly forecast, monthly target-setting, and business planning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on business drivers.
• Enhance existing forecasting models for better precision.
• Provide insights and scenario modeling for strategic decisions.

Skills

Forecasting

Financial planning

Business analytics

Advanced modeling skills in Excel

SQL

Python

Power BI

Excellent communication

Job description

We’re seeking a Sr. Forecasting Analyst to support our Forecasting and Planning function. You’ll lead the quarterly forecasting cycles, monthly target-setting processes, and annual business planning efforts - all while collaborating cross-functionally to align on key inputs and assumptions. This is a position that requires deep analytical expertise and a passion for precision.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead forecasting and planning for Subscribers, ARPU, and Revenue across multiple time horizons (monthly, quarterly, annual).
• Own and evolve the quarterly forecast, monthly target-setting, and annual business planning cycles.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Finance, Marketing, Product, etc.) to align on assumptions and business drivers.
• Lead the weekly and monthly business performance reviews providing insights on key variance drivers to the leadership team
• Enhance existing forecasting models to be more granular, precise, and driver-based for each KPI.
• Provide actionable insights and scenario modeling to support strategic decision-making.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• 5+ years of experience in forecasting, financial planning, or business analytics, ideally in a subscription-based or data-rich environment.
• Advanced modeling skills in Excel and/or other analytics tools (e.g., SQL, Python, Power BI).
• Proven ability to lead planning cycles and influence cross-functional stakeholders.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of key financial and operational metrics.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear insights.

As a condition of employment and in order to comply with industry related data security standards, this position is subject to the successful completion of a Criminal Background Check. Details will be supplied to applicants as they move through the selection process.

Xplore is committed to creating an accessible environment and will accommodate disabilities during the selection process. Please let your recruiter know during the selection process of any accommodation needs.

Company Overview:

Xplore Inc. is Canada’s fibre, 5G and satellite broadband company for rural living. Xplore is committed to the relentless pursuit of an improved broadband experience for all Canadians. Xplore is building a world-class fibre optic and 5G wireless network to enable innovative broadband services for better every day rural living, for today and future generations.