Are you a data-driven forecaster with a passion for retail?
We're seeking a Retail Category Forecaster to join a high-performing commercial team within a large retail organisation. This role plays a key part in supporting forecasting and replenishment operations, contributing to a major systems transformation project.
Key Responsibilities
- Review historical sales trends to prepare accurate forecast data.
- Take ownership of shop-level forecasts for individual products within a category, maximising sales while controlling waste.
- Maintain and improve forecasting and replenishment systems to enhance forecast accuracy and support robust shop ordering.
- Support the demand forecasting team to ensure supply chain readiness and full shop availability.
- Provide data, analysis and recommendations to guide ranging decisions in collaboration with Category teams.
- Communicate effectively with Category, Retail, and Supply Chain teams to ensure forecasting processes are understood and followed.
What We're Looking For
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Strong analytical background with experience in retail forecasting.
- Proficiency in Power BI and Python for data analysis and reporting.
- Ability to interpret complex data and translate it into commercial actions.
Interested?
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.
