Sr Analyst - Demand Forecasting, GIC SC

General Mills Inc.; Mumbai; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

General Mills Inc. busca un Sr Analyst - Demand Forecasting para apoyar la planificación de demanda desde Powai, Mumbai. Se trabajará en turno 1:45–10:30 p.m. y se colaborará con equipos de marketing y datos para optimizar pronósticos.

Se requieren 2–3 años de experiencia en análisis de datos, habilidades en herramientas de visualización y modelos de forecasting; dominio de SQL, Python y Excel, con bases en GCP/AWS/Azure.

Qualifications

• Formación mínima en investigación operativa, estadística o cadena de suministro.
• 2–3 años de experiencia en análisis de datos y habilidades analíticas.
• Conocimientos de herramientas de visualización y técnicas de forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Apoyar la planificación de demanda mediante métodos y modelos estadísticos.
• Analizar salidas de forecast, identificar patrones y generar reportes para decisiones.
• Colaborar con marketing y lanzamientos para alinear pronósticos con planes.
• Mantener dashboards de desempeño y validar salidas con equipos de datos.

Skills

Forecasting techniques

Data analysis

Stakeholder collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree en operaciones, estadística o cadena de suministro

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Looker

GCP

Python Dash

SQL

Excel

R

Job description

## Sr Analyst - Demand Forecasting, GIC SCSolicitar: Presencial: Powai, Mumbai, MH: Tiempo Completo: Publicado hoy: 10125234**INFORMACIÓN GENERAL DE LA EMPRESA**Existimos para hacer alimentos que el mundo ame. Pero hacemos mucho más que eso. Nuestra empresa es un lugar que prioriza el bien común, amplía el aprendizaje, explora nuevas perspectivas y reinventa nuevas posibilidades cada día. Buscamos personas que quieran dar lo mejor de sí: mentes audaces y con gran corazón que se desafían entre sí y crecen juntas. Porque convertirnos en el líder indiscutible en alimentación implica rodearnos de personas con hambre de lo que viene. **OVERVIEW** The purpose of the job is to support Demand planning function by providing Innovative solutions and help implementing it to optimize/Standardize processes which will bring improvement to overall forecasting approach resulting in better accuracy. Explore and take up opportunities which supports the demand planning efforts by creating and executing industry standard approaches. This role requires you to operate on the 1.30pm to 10.30pm shift.**KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES** * Basic understanding of new product launches, forecasting techniques, and statistical forecasting models, with the ability to fine-tune model parameters to align forecasts with business needs and market dynamics.* Analyze forecasting outputs, interpret patterns and trends in complex datasets, and prepare insightful reports to support stakeholder decision-making. Evaluate and monitor key performance metrics, such as forecast accuracy and bias, and publish performance dashboards to keep stakeholders informed.* Identify improvement opportunities through root cause analysis (RCA) to achieve business targets and enhance reliability, while managing data requirements for new product launch forecasting and prioritizing support requests based on business impact and resource constraints.* Use tools (like GCP, Python Dash, Tableau, AFO etc.) to extract, transform and manage data from primary and secondary sources using SQL, Excel and Python.* Collaborate with stakeholders and brand marketing teams to align demand forecasts with launch strategies and promotional plans, lead consensus meetings to incorporate cross-functional feedback, and standardize processes by training stakeholders on tools and methodologies to improve adoption and efficiency.* Coordinate with technical /data science teams to identify process improvement opportunities, validate outputs, propose modification if required.**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS** * **Education:** Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Operational research, statistics, supply chain and any other relevant field 3 years of related experience* **Experience:** 2-3 years of experience in data analysis and high level of analytical skills,* **Technical Skills:** Working knowledge of data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, and Looker, along with forecasting techniques, including time-series models (Exponential Smoothing and ARIMA) and machine learning methods.* Proficiency in statistical analysis and data handling using R, Python, Excel, and SQL to derive meaningful insights from datasets.* Basic understanding of cloud platforms such as GCP, AWS, and Azure, as well as supply chain, CPG, and retail operations**.*** **Soft Skills:** Demonstrates critical thinking, integrity, teamwork, demand management expertise, a systematic approach to problem-solving, the ability to influence without authority, and strong interpersonal skills. **PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS** * Master’s degree with a major in Operations or a related field.* Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience.* Professional certifications such as CSCMP or APICS are preferred.* Proficiency in Excel, knowledge of ERP systems, and familiarity with functional planning tools such as SAP APO.**ELEGIBILIDAD**Los solicitantes deben cumplir con los requisitos mínimos de edad en el país donde se encuentra el puesto.