Forecasting Specialist

Flambeau Inc.; Middlefield Township (OH); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Flambeau Inc. is seeking a Sales Analyst / Forecast Specialist in Ohio to partner with the VP of Sales and division leaders.

The role focuses on analyzing sales trends, developing accurate demand forecasts, and supporting strategic planning across Retail Divisions and Packaging businesses. Responsibilities include reviewing internal sales histories, customer POS data, and seasonal patterns to generate actionable insights, maintain forecast processes, and collaborate with sales operations for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in accounting, finance, marketing, or related field.
• Advanced Excel proficiency and data handling skills.
• Experience with forecasting, demand planning, and data analysis.
• Strong verbal and written communication across all levels.

Responsabilités

• Analyze sales data, run rates, demand forecasts, and customer POS data to generate insights.
• Create forecast summaries and collaborate with sales, marketing, operations, and finance.
• Manage and improve the forecasting process and reporting.
• Engage with senior leaders across divisions to support planning and growth.

Connaissances

Forecasting

Excel

MRP/ERP

Data analysis

Communication

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Marketing

Outils

Forecast Pro

Excel

MRP/ERP

Description du poste

General Summary:

Sales analyst / forecast specialist is responsible for working closely with VP Sales, division leads and operations functions to analyze, organize, create, maintain and report demand forecast data for Retail Divisions and Packaging businesses.

About the Role

Flambeau's Proprietary Products Group is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Sales Analyst / Forecast Specialist to support our Retail and Packaging divisions. In this critical role, you will partner closely with the VP of Sales & Marketing, division leaders, and cross-functional teams to analyze sales trends, develop accurate demand forecasts, and support strategic planning initiatives that drive organizational success.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze internal sales data-run rates, demand forecasts, sales history-as well as customer POS data, seasonal patterns, and industry trends to produce meaningful insights.
• Collect and validate information to create forecast summaries for collaboration with sales, marketing, operations, and finance.
• Manage the forecasting process, including ongoing review, maintenance, and change reporting.
• Maintain constant engagement with sales and marketing leaders across three retail divisions and three packaging divisions.
• Collaborate regularly with the SIOP Manager and operations teams to support planning and reconciliation activities.
• Partner with sales operations to develop buffer inventory, replenishment models, production planning approaches, and methodologies that support demand and growth objectives.
• Utilize tools such as Microsoft Excel, Forecast Pro, and MRP/ERP systems to evaluate, communicate, and integrate forecasts.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, marketing, or a related field preferred.
• Project management experience (formal or practical) a plus.
• Advanced Excel proficiency, including data formatting, charts, pivot tables, and formulas such as SUMIF preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage across all organizational levels.
• Highly motivated, self-starter, team-oriented, and solutions-driven.
• Exceptional attention to detail.