Tactical Forecasting Analyst

IAG; Christchurch; Sur place; NZD 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

LinkedIn Learning access

IAG Academy

Study assistance

Secondment opportunities

Résumé du poste

IAG New Zealand is hiring a Tactical Forecaster Analyst to shape planning with data-driven insights. The role sits between strategic forecasting and day‑to‑day workforce planning, building new ways of working and collaborating with experienced teams to deliver meaningful outcomes.

The position is permanent and full‑time, based in Auckland or Christchurch, offering opportunities to influence the function’s evolution and to contribute to automation of forecasting tools and processes.

Qualifications

• Strong background in forecasting/workforce planning or analytics.
• Advanced Excel skills and data interpretation abilities.
• Proven stakeholder management and cross‑functional collaboration.

Responsabilités

• Develop and maintain tactical forecasts to ensure right resources meet demand.
• Analyze trends and performance to inform future workforce needs.
• Partner with stakeholders to understand initiatives impacting demand and capacity.
• Translate data into actionable insights for planning decisions.
• Collaborate with Strategic Forecasters and Workforce Planning teams to improve accuracy.
• Contribute to automation and optimization of forecasting processes.

Connaissances

Forecasting

Workforce management

Data analysis

Excel

Stakeholder collaboration

Continuous improvement

Automation exposure

Outils

SQL

Python

Automation tools

Description du poste

At IAG, we’re ready for you. We’re the largest general insurance group in Australia and New Zealand. Our family of brands turns the IAG purpose of making your world a safer place into action by helping everyday Aussies and New Zealanders, supporting their ambitions and making insurance accessible.

Help shape how IAG plans for the future.

As a Tactical Forecaster Analyst, you'll help transform data into decisions that influence workforce planning across IAG New Zealand. This newly created role sits between strategic forecasting and workforce planning, helping bridge long‑term forecasts with day‑to‑day operational planning. You'll have the opportunity to build new ways of working, influence how the function evolves, and work alongside experienced workforce management professionals to deliver meaningful business outcomes.

This is a permanent full‑time role based in Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland) or Ōtautahi (Christchurch).

Ngā Mahi Hei Whakatutuki Māu | What You'll Do

• Develop and maintain tactical forecasts that help ensure the right resources are available at the right time to meet customer demand.
• Analyse business trends, operational performance and emerging changes to identify impacts on future workforce requirements.
• Partner with stakeholders across the business to understand upcoming initiatives, events and operational changes that may influence customer demand.
• Translate complex data into meaningful insights and recommendations that support workforce planning and business decision-making.
• Collaborate closely with Strategic Forecasters and Workforce Planning teams to improve forecast accuracy and planning outcomes.
• Contribute to the ongoing development, optimisation and future automation of forecasting processes and tools.

Ōu Pūkenga me ōu Wheako | What You'll Bring

• A background in workforce management, workforce planning, forecasting, reporting, analytics, or a related discipline.
• Well‑developed analytical capability, with confidence interpreting complex datasets and uncovering meaningful trends and insights.
• Proven ability to build trusted relationships and collaborate effectively with stakeholders across different business areas.
• Advanced Excel skills, coupled with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to translate technical information into clear, actionable business insights.
• Curiosity, adaptability and a continuous improvement mindset, with a desire to enhance processes and drive better outcomes.
• Exposure to automation, AI, SQL or Python would be advantageous but is not essential.

Tā Mātau ki a Koutou| What We Offer

• Boosted KiwiSaver with 4.5% employer contribution and life insurance as standard.
• 20 days annual leave + 5 days MyLeave (extra leave for what’s important to you).
• Up to 50% off personal insurance, including home and motor insurance.
• Annual $500 health & wellbeing payment.
• 14 Weeks paid parental leave.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning, the award-winning IAG Academy, study assistance and secondment opportunities.
• employment type eligibility criteria apply

Applications close: Thursday 5 November 2026 11:59PM NZDT

Tā Mātau Ratonga Tautoko | Adjustments & Support

If you require any support or adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to [e-mail] for a confidential conversation.

He pitopito kōrero anō mō mātau | More About Us

As part of IAG you'll enjoy a world of career opportunities, a purpose‑led place focused on creating connection and belonging, and where you can create meaningful impact every day and grow your career beyond the expected. That’s not just words. It’s our people promise. We're ready for you with unexpected opportunities for your career, your work‑life and your ability to make a difference. We acknowledge Tāngata Whenua in Aotearoa and are committed to growing Māori prosperity and wellbeing in Aotearoa through He Rautaki Māori (IAG’s Māori Strategy). We celebrate unique viewpoints shaped by life experiences, cultures and passions. And expand careers, genuinely connect with community, lead with a powerful purpose and celebrate what makes you individual.