Supply Chain Forecasting Lead

Robotics Technologies; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Robotics Technologies LLC seeks an experienced Supply Chain Forecasting Lead to map and enhance forecasting processes, gather requirements, and drive end-to-end solution implementation. You will evaluate methodologies and coordinate with data science teams on AI/ML forecasting initiatives.

Lead engagements across forecasting tool selection, data dependencies, and enterprise integrations while aligning with business stakeholders to ensure accurate, reliable forecasts and measurable improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience in demand forecasting and supply chain planning.
• Experience with forecasting solution evaluation and fit-gap analysis.
• Collaborating with data science teams on AI/ML-based forecasting solutions.

Responsibilities

• Assess and map existing forecasting processes, identify gaps, and drive process improvement initiatives.
• Gather business requirements and lead solution analysis, functional design, and implementation.
• Evaluate forecasting methodologies and recommend suitable approaches for different business needs.
• Conduct fit-gap analysis and support forecasting solution selection and implementation.
• Collaborate with data science and technical teams on AI/ML-based forecasting solutions.
• Analyze large volumes of transactional data, data dependencies, and enterprise application integrations.
• Lead forecasting engagements from initial assessment through solution implementation.
• Validate forecasting outputs against business scenarios and ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Analyze gaps between expected and actual forecasting results and recommend corrective actions.
• Work closely with business stakeholders to align forecasting requirements, process changes, and expected outcomes.

Skills

Demand forecasting

Supply chain planning

Process improvement

Requirements gathering

Forecasting solution evaluation

AI/ML forecasting exposure

Stakeholder management

Tools

SAP IBP

Oracle

Blue Yonder

o9 Solutions

Job description

Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced Supply Chain Forecasting Lead with strong expertise in demand forecasting, business process improvement, and forecasting solution implementation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess and map existing forecasting processes, identify gaps, and drive process improvement initiatives.
• Gather business requirements and lead solution analysis, functional design, and implementation.
• Evaluate forecasting methodologies and recommend suitable approaches for different business needs.
• Conduct fit-gap analysis and support forecasting solution selection and implementation.
• Collaborate with data science and technical teams on AI/ML-based forecasting solutions.
• Analyze large volumes of transactional data, data dependencies, and enterprise application integrations.
• Lead forecasting engagements from initial assessment through solution implementation.
• Validate forecasting outputs against business scenarios and ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Analyze gaps between expected and actual forecasting results and recommend corrective actions.
• Work closely with business stakeholders to align forecasting requirements, process changes, and expected outcomes.

Required Skills:

• Demand Forecasting and Supply Chain Planning
• Business Process Improvement and Reengineering
• Business Requirements Gathering and Functional Design
• Forecasting Solution Evaluation and Fit-Gap Analysis
• SAP IBP, Oracle, Blue Yonder, o9 Solutions, or similar forecasting platforms
• AI/ML-Based Forecasting ExposureData Analysis, Data Dependencies, and Enterprise Integrations
• Stakeholder Management and Solution Implementation

We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship/ immigration status, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.