Forecasting Analyst

Are you ready for what’s next? Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation. Navico Group is a stand-alone division of Brunswick, the world’s largest recreational marine business. We are seeking a Forecasting Analyst to join our team in Lowell, Michigan. The Forecast Analyst is responsible for governing and setting the Demand Plan for a subset of Marine P&A Categories in the Navico Group portfolio. This position will partner closely with internal and external members utilizing multiple forms of guidance to provide a Forecast for the organization to Operationally support. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain a SKU based demand forecast using Demand Solutions System Track performance and provide analysis of actual versus Forecast Work closely with sales representatives, sales managers, and category managers to obtain forecasting information to identify trends Controlling, communicating, and administering New Item Introductions and discontinuations as required Analyze effects of SKU reductions and assure proper communications to sales, marketing, and production Function as team member of the Sales & Operations Planning Process Maintain awareness and communicate excess and discontinued inventory status to marketing Maintain customer scorecard measuring fill-rates and error rates vs. established goals Perform analysis to identify trends, seasonality, and other demand variations In depth knowledge of the components of the Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) process Work effectively with other members of the SIOP team Assemble the data necessary to run the SIOP process Evaluate output and propose changes to the SIOP plan Participate in strategic planning and control development with senior management Education and Experience Requirements BS/BA degree in Business, Statistics, or Supply Chain APICS certification or training a plus Demand planning/forecasting/ analytical systems experience preferred. Experience with Demand Solutions, Logility or other Sales Forecasting Software preferred Strong knowledge of SIOP and the components of a SIOP Process Skill Requirements: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated project management, process, and conceptual skills Show independent decisiveness with the ability to collaborate with various departments to build consensus Excellent interpersonal skills including verbal and written communication Practice applied mathematics in collecting and interpreting quantitative data Possess capacity to think in a careful and discerning way, to solve problems, to analyze data, and to recall and apply information. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel) and Microsoft Project. About the Company: Navico Group is the global leader in technology, systems and solutions for a variety of industries, from Marine & RV to Specialty Vehicles and beyond. Our broad portfolio consists of the industry's leading brands in Power Systems, Digital Systems, Fishing Systems, and Performance Components including Ancor, Attwood, B&G, BEP, Blue Sea Systems, C-MAP, CZone, Garelick, Lenco, Lowrance, Marinco, MotorGuide, Mastervolt, ProMariner, RELiON, Simrad and Whale. Our team is committed and driven, every day, to be the most trusted supply partner to the marine and mobile industries...and beyond. Next is Now! We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and inspiration. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process. Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled EEO is The Law - click here for more information Brunswick and Workday Privacy Policies Brunswick does not accept applications, inquiries or solicitations from unapproved staffing agencies or vendors. For help, please contact our support team at: hrsharedservices@brunswick.com or 866-278-6942. All job offers will come to you via the candidate portal you create when applying through a posted position through https:///www.brunswick.com/careers. If you are ever unsure about what is being required of you during the application process or its source, please contact HR Shared Services at 866-278-6942 or HRSharedServices@brunswick.com. #Brunswick Corporation - Mercury Marine Brunswick is a global leader in marine recreation, delivering innovation that transforms experiences on the water and beyond. Our unique, technology-driven solutions are informed and inspired by deep consumer insights and powered by our belief that “Next Never Rests™”. Brunswick is dedicated to industry leadership, to being the best and most trusted partner to our many customers, and to building synergies and ecosystems that enable us to challenge convention and define the future. Innovative, driven, exceptional, authentic and united, these values represent our Employee Value Proposition and are at the heart of how we work together and what differentiates us as an employer of choice.