Forecast Analyst

Henderson Brown Recruitment; Witton-le-Wear; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK seeks a Forecast Analyst for a prominent food business in County Durham. The ideal candidate will have advanced Excel skills and a strong analytical mindset. Responsibilities include building and monitoring forecasts, producing reports, and liaising with supply chain teams to optimize stock management. The role offers an opportunity to influence business decisions and a supportive company culture.

Benefits

Exposure to leading retailers

Opportunity to influence business decisions

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in a similar analytical or forecasting role (desirable).
• Experience with forecasting, demand planning, or sales data (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with Sales and Marketing to build forecasts at account and SKU level.
• Monitoring weekly forecast updates and providing commentary.
• Producing monthly forecast accuracy reports and recommending improvements.
• Acting as the go-to person for sales vs. forecast queries.
• Liaising with customer supply chains to understand demand.
• Managing forecasts around promotional periods.
• Driving continuous improvement in forecast accuracy.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical mindset

Strong attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Overview

Forecast Analyst
Location: County Durham - Site based, 5 days onsite per week, 8:30am till 5:00pm
Salary: £32,000 - £38,000

What this role matters

Are you a numbers whiz who loves turning complex data into clear insights that drive business decisions? Our client, a leading food business, is looking for a Forecast Analyst to join their Sales team and play a key role in shaping accurate, reliable forecasts that keep the business ahead of demand. You'll work closely with Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain teams to optimise stock, support promotions, and improve forecast accuracy.

What you'll be doing

• Collaborating with Sales and Marketing to build and challenge rolling 12-month forecasts at account and SKU level.
• Monitoring weekly forecast updates and providing clear commentary to key stakeholders.
• Producing monthly forecast accuracy reports, spotting trends, and recommending improvements.
• Acting as the go-to person for sales vs. forecast queries from Inventory Planning and Customer Services.
• Liaising with customer supply chains to understand demand, EPOS data, and depot stock.
• Managing forecasts around promotional periods to ensure the right stock is in the right place at the right time.
• Driving continuous improvement in forecast accuracy and reducing bias across the business.

What we're looking for

• Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and a methodical approach.
• Experience with forecasting, demand planning, or sales data (desirable).
• Excellent communication skills to simplify complex data for different teams.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• 2+ years' experience in a similar analytical or forecasting role (desirable).

Perks & Benefits

• Exposure to leading retailers and rich market data.
• Opportunity to influence key business decisions.
• A supportive company culture that values people, development, and commercial impact.

Ready to make your mark?

If you love numbers, enjoy problem-solving, and want to help a leading food business get ahead of the curve, this role is for you. Apply today and be part of a team that turns data into real business results.