Hybrid Demand Planner: Forecasting, Cross-Functional Impact

Lindt & Spruengli (USA) Inc.; Stratham (NH); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Lindt & Spruengli (USA) Inc. in Stratham, NH is seeking a forecast analytics professional to develop and maintain item level forecasts using historical sales data, seasonality and market trends. You will collaborate with sales, brand and finance to maximize product availability and drive growth.

The role focuses on forecast accuracy, bias reduction, and integration into demand planning. Hybrid role with three days per week in our Stratham, NH office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; APICS/IBF certification preferred.
• Experience with time series forecasting and market trend analysis.
• Strong Excel and data interpretation skills.
• Proven ability to present findings to cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and improve item level forecasts using historical data and seasonality.
• Partner with sales, brand and finance to align forecasts and business plans.
• Lead new item introduction forecasting and planogram impact.
• Run S&OE meetings and communicate risks/opportunities to leaders.

Skills

Statistical forecasting

Excel

Cognos/BI

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

BI tools

Time series models

Job description

Lindt & Spruengli (USA) Inc. in Stratham, NH is seeking a forecast analytics professional to develop and maintain item level forecasts using historical sales data, seasonality and market trends. You will collaborate with sales, brand and finance to maximize product availability and drive growth.

The role focuses on forecast accuracy, bias reduction, and integration into demand planning. Hybrid role with three days per week in our Stratham, NH office.