Senior Forecasting Analyst

Pro Hockey Life; Old Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the hockey retail sector is seeking a Senior Forecasting Analyst to lead the development of comprehensive forecasting processes. This role involves creating product-level forecasts, supporting financial model development, and analyzing demand variances to ensure targets are met. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of operations and supply chain dynamics. Join a dynamic team that values flexibility and fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion, where your contributions will directly impact the success of the organization and the experience of hockey enthusiasts across Canada.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in data-driven roles, especially in forecasting and supply chain.
• Strong analytical skills and knowledge of programming languages like Python and R.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of forecasting processes for Pro Hockey Life.
• Monitor demand variances and manage inventory trends annually.
• Collaborate with various teams to enhance business operations.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

SQL

Power BI

Python

R

Data Analysis

Forecasting

Operations Management

Education

Undergraduate or Post-graduate Degree in Engineering

Degree in Math, Business, or Commerce

Tools

JDA Software

Automation Tools

Job description

Senior Forecasting Analyst

Apply locations: Toronto, ON

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 6 Days Ago

Time left to apply: End Date: January 8, 2025 (14 days left to apply)

What you'll do

• Lead the development and introduction of comprehensive forecasting process to support the Pro Hockey Life banner.
• Create a product level forecast for regular, promotional, and seasonal activities (In Season Management) using JDA Software and/or other leading-edge in-house tools.
• Support the development of sound financial models utilizing various data sources. Understand the financial consequences of business decisions to ensure all drivers of performance are reflected in analysis.
• Monitor demand variances to forecast and formulate corrective actions to ensure organization targets are being met.
• Manage against Open to Buy plans and inventory trends annually.
• Work closely with fellow Category team members including Category Business Managers in Merchandising, Category Business Planners, Marketing Promotional Planners, and Allocation Analyst.
• Provide proactive analyses on areas of the business which are influenced by economic/market shifts.
• Effectively manage communications and relationships with key stakeholders to gain alignment on new processes and implementation plan, lead change management strategy.
• Success in this role is measured by continuous improvement in reduction of Forecast Error/Bias and improvement in Store Service Level.

What you bring

• Undergraduate or post-graduate degree in Engineering, Math, Business, or Commerce, with demonstrated interest in operations and supply chain.
• 2+ Years Work Experience, which can include Co-op or Internship experience.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, SQL, Power BI, and automation tools.
• Strong working knowledge of popular programming languages such as Python and R.
• Work experience in replenishment roles is highly valued, especially data-driven, analytical, or process improvement experience. Additional experience in forecasting/data modeling will be beneficial.

Hybrid

We value flexibility. We have adopted a hybrid work model whereby employees use a combination of working in office and virtually in service of outcomes. Each leader is empowered to decide what work is best achieved in person based on the unique needs of their team.

About Us

At Pro Hockey Life, we want you to feel pride and passion in your work as much as you and our customers do for Canada's national sport. Whether played in backyards, highly competitive leagues, or simply enjoying cheering on your favourite team, hockey is an integral part of life in Canada. It is this pride and passion that makes what we do at Pro Hockey Life truly special. Our strong connection to our customers allows us to offer Canadians a wide selection of hockey equipment and apparel, including the latest makes and models of sticks, skates, protective and goalie gear, as well as fan wear and memorabilia. Being a part of the Canadian Tire family of companies, we get to share our passion and hockey expertise with our colleagues as we strive to have the best hockey assortment available to Canadians across our retail banners. Join us, where there's a place for you here.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging

We are committed to fostering an environment where belonging thrives, and diversity, inclusion, and equity are infused into everything we do. We believe in building an organizational culture where people are consistently treated with dignity while respecting individual religion, nationality, gender, race, age, perceived ability, spoken language, sexual orientation, and identification. We are united in our purpose of being here to help make life in Canada better.

Accommodations

We stand firm in our Core Value that inclusion is a must. We welcome and encourage candidates from equity-seeking groups such as people who identify as racialized, Indigenous, 2SLGBTQIA+, women, people with disabilities, and beyond. Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role, or throughout the interview process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to help meet your needs.