Demand Forecasting Data Analyst

FreshDirect; New York (NY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

PTO, Safe & Sick Time, Holidays

Medical, Vision, Dental, Disability

401(k) with employer match and Life

Onsite Bronx campus facilities

Free onsite parking

Employee shuttle service

Tuition discount and training

Employee discount on FreshDirect

Discounts at onsite market

Phone discounts

Gym membership discounts

Job summary

FreshDirect is seeking a Demand Planning Data Analyst to support forecasting for inventory planning and procurement. You will build product forecasts, analyze performance metrics, and partner with cross-functional teams to improve forecast accuracy and in-stock levels.

You’ll bring 1–4 years of experience in demand planning or analytics, strong Excel and data tools skills, and the ability to translate data insights for non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Analytics, Supply Chain Management, Data Analytics, or related field; equivalent experience accepted.
• 1-4 years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or analytics roles.
• Fast learner with strong analytical skills.
• Proven ability to evaluate large data sets and turn findings into actionable recommendations.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with visualization tools required.
• Working knowledge of SQL or Python for data extraction and reporting required.
• Experience with RELEX, Blue Yonder, o9, or similar demand planning platforms preferred.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain, and update demand forecasts by Base-Material-Plant-Day for the next 150 days using the company’s demand-planning platform.
• Execute and refine the weekly forecasting process; identify opportunities for improvement.
• Analyze and interpret complex datasets from multiple sources to inform decision-making.
• Apply statistical forecasting models to produce data-driven predictions.
• Achieve consensus for forecasts by collaborating with merchandising, purchasing, marketing and supply chain partners.
• Partner with the Demand Planner Manager to account for promotional impacts in forecasts.
• Track and report forecast accuracy and KPIs including service levels, promotion impact, stockouts, and days on hand.
• Own root-cause analysis on forecast misses and lead weekly/biweekly consensus meetings with merchants.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on sales or forecast-related projects.
• Communicate forecast trends and business changes to non-technical stakeholders.
• Manipulate and manage data sets with good governance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Data storytelling

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Ownership

Ambiguity tolerance

Influence stakeholders

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Analytics, Supply Chain Management, Data Analytics, or related field

Tools

SQL

Python

Excel

RELEX

Blue Yonder

o9

SAP

Job description

FreshDirect is seeking a Demand Planning Data Analyst to support forecasting for inventory planning and procurement. You will build product forecasts, analyze performance metrics, and partner with cross-functional teams to improve forecast accuracy and in-stock levels.

You’ll bring 1–4 years of experience in demand planning or analytics, strong Excel and data tools skills, and the ability to translate data insights for non-technical stakeholders.