Forecast Business Analyst

Reports To: VP, Consulting
Tier: Analyst
Department: Consulting

Key Role

The Forecast Business Analyst harnesses Business Intelligence knowledge and experience to support all forecast processes, from data management to forecasting support, to reporting and analytics, to process improvement. This role works directly with client teams to ensure the consistent delivery of decision support insights.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Gathers requirements from clients for forecasting and analytics
• Analyzes, ingests and prepares client and industry data in support of forecasting and reporting processes.
• Analyzes trends and identifies key drivers of forecasting
• Develops forecasts by gathering, analysing and validating all data that can be used in preparing decision support forecasts
• Sense-checks forecasts and insights and highlight any unexpected trends;
• Works with the Scarsin teams to integrate industry intelligence into the forecasts.
• Supports Forecast Review processes by preparing and presenting reports to senior management and implementing changes resulting from the forecast review.
• Measures and reports forecast accuracy
• Analyzes trends and identifies opportunities for improving the accuracy of future forecasts
• Provides insights into key metrics to support client insights to reporting/dashboarding team
• Supports development of reporting and analytics
• Tests reports and dashboards for business insights
• Trains users to use the systems effectively
• Assist in producing training materials (videos, PowerPoint) for clients

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

The successful incumbent will be:

• An undergraduate degree in science, or math;
• Proven forecasting and/or business intelligence experience and proficiency with statistical and forecasting fundamentals
• Proficiency with software systems and Excel
• Proving experience in ETL processes with hands-on experience building ETL solutions
• Proven, motivated self-starter with the ability to lead by example and manage priorities judiciously and approach and solve business problems;
• Demonstrated time management, problem solving and decision making competencies;
• Proven effective presentation, analytical and customer relationship abilities;
• Ability to comprehend, analyze and research problems of a complex nature, make decisions and/or present recommendations;
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, multi-task and maintain flexibility in a fast-paced environment;
• Ability to work autonomously and in teams to effectively prioritize multiple projects and associated deliverables;
• Developed communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative team environment;