Automotive Demand Planning Co-Op

Bose Corporation, U.S.A; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus programs

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) plan

Employee discount

Job summary

Bose Corporation is seeking a Business Forecasting & Analytics role in Framingham, MA. You will support the Automotive Demand Plan, update forecasts in Saphran, and analyze changes in volume, pricing, and costs. You’ll generate recurring reports and support SOPs to provide insights for decision-making across global teams.

The role emphasizes strong Excel skills, analytical thinking, and effective communication as you collaborate with Sales, Finance, and Operations.

Qualifications

• Pursuing MBA, BA, or BS in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Marketing, Economics, Analytics, or related field.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, attention to detail, and multi-tasking ability.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update Bose's Automotive Demand Plan and Business Forecast.
• Extract forecast data, analyze changes in volume, pricing, and costs, and generate reports.
• Prepare monthly forecast summaries and support SOP processes.
• Collaborate with global teams to ensure forecast visibility across regions.

Skills

Excel

Analytical thinking

Quantitative problem-solving

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

MBA, BA, or BS in Business/Finance/Analytics

Tools

Saphran forecasting system

Job description

At Bose Corporation, we believe sound is the most powerful force on earth — and for over 60 years, we have been a company built on innovation, excellence, and independence. Privately owned, fiercely customer-focused, and driven by our values, we continue to lead industries and transform lives through sound. Today, Bose Corporation is entering an exciting new era. Across multiple global Business Units and Global Functions, we are shaping the future of audio technology, automotive, luxury, and premium experiences. We invite you to join us in this transformation.

Job Description

Business Forecasting & Analytics

Support the maintenance and accuracy of Bose's Automotive Demand Plan and Business Forecast. Update forecasts in the Saphran forecasting system based on business inputs from Sales, Account Management, Program Management, Finance, and Operations teams. Analyze forecast changes related to volume, pricing, costs, product attributes, and new program launches. Extract forecast data from enterprise systems, perform analysis in Excel Generate recurring and ad hoc reports to support business planning and decision-making. Prepare and distribute monthly forecast summary reports to key stakeholders. Support monthly Sales & Operations Planning (SOP) processes with customer, industry, and organizational insights. Collaborate with global teams, including APAC stakeholders, to ensure forecast accuracy and visibility across regions.

Project & Process Improvement Support

Partner with project teams and subject matter experts to document business processes and requirements. Lead and support process improvement projects that enhance forecast accuracy, business visibility, and operational efficiency through collaboration with cross-functional teams. Assist project leaders with additional tasks and analyses as assigned.

Qualifications Required

• Currently pursuing an MBA, BA, or BS degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Marketing, Economics, Analytics, or a related field.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and assignments simultaneously.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

At Bose, you're inspired to be and do your best and are rewarded for your unique talents! Our compensation is thoughtfully tailored to your skills, experience, education, and location, and goes beyond base salary. The hiring range for this position in the primary work location of Framingham, Massachusetts is: $22.00-$28.00 per hour. The hiring range for other Bose work locations may vary. In addition to competitive base pay we offer rewards including bonus programs, comprehensive health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, plus exclusive perks designed to support your wellbeing, and a generous employee discount where you can immerse yourself in our products and experiences. We are a proudly independent company—driven by purpose, guided by our values, and united by a belief in the power of sound. Join us and make your next career move a mic-drop. Let’s Make Waves.

We’re a company built on disruptive innovation—having the courage to challenge the status quo, an unwavering commitment to our customers, and the fundamental belief that anything is possible. We never settle; we have a passion for discovering better ways to help people enjoy the things they love. We need people like you, people with better solutions. If you join us, you’ll find the opportunity to do your best work and the freedom to enjoy it. Here, every employee has the opportunity to build their own success and contribute to ours. It’s an atmosphere of trust, collaboration, high expectations, and great reward.