Forecast Analyst - Trade

Location: Indianapolis

## Forecast Analyst
- Trade Apply locations:
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- Indiana
- Indianapolis time type:
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53090## At Delta Faucet, we are committed to transforming everyday experiences with water through innovative products and exceptional service. As a leader in the plumbing industry, we take pride in our dedication to quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our mission to create solutions that inspire and elevate the lives of all our customers. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds to join us on this journey toward inclusivity and excellence.

Your role at Delta Faucet:## Do you excel in a data-heavy, analytical, constantly evolving setting where you can independently influence business results through data, forecasting strategy, and collaboration across functions? Delta Faucet Company is looking for a highly analytical, self-motivated forecasting professional to contribute significantly to the ongoing development of our Demand Planning capabilities and forecasting methods.

As a Forecast Analyst, you will take ownership of forecasting a complex product portfolio. You will improve forecast accuracy and align business objectives. You will work closely with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Supply Planning.##

Position Overview:

The Forecast Analyst owns and continuously improves the monthly forecast of customer demand by SKU and distribution center for the next 18 months. The role is more than forecast creation; it needs strong analytical insight to interpret trends, detect risks and opportunities proactively, and steer decisions using data.

Using advanced planning and analytical tools like Kinaxis Maestro, Power BI, and Excel, you will turn complex and often incomplete data into actionable business insights. These insights will directly affect procurement, production planning, distribution, and financial results. As a key business partner, you will actively question assumptions, find opportunities to improve forecasting processes, and ensure forecast accuracy to optimize service levels, inventory, and financial outcomes.##

** Responsibilities:**## ## Demand Planning
* Drive continuous improvement in forecast accuracy, bias reduction, and service-level performance by using statistical data modeling, identifying demand patterns, and gathering business insights.
* Be an analytical leader and subject matter expert within Demand Planning. Use Power BI and large-scale analytics to build reporting and tools that support forecast improvements and operational decision making.
* Analyze forecast variances, identify root causes, and drive corrective actions, using product volume/volatility stratification while considering downstream inventory/safety stock impacts.
* Partner closely with manufacturing, operations, procurement, and supply planning teams to proactively communicate forecast changes and mitigate operational risk.
* Operate effectively in fast-paced and evolving environments, balancing incomplete information with analytical insights, sound business judgment, and a strong sense of ownership.## Sales Operations / Planning
* Own the end-to-end demand plan for assigned customers and categories, cultivating strategic relationships with Sales, customers, and internal stakeholders. Independently lead monthly and weekly forecast review cycles, identifying risks, assumptions, and opportunities.
* Guide planning conversations with internal and external collaborators to incorporate product launches, promotions, lifecycle changes, and market intelligence into the demand plan.
* Translate complex analytical concepts into clear, compelling business narratives that enable better joint decision-making with Sales, customers, and leadership audiences.
* Represent Demand Planning strategically by converting analytical insights into clear business direction. Establish trust with internal and customer groups, influencing cross-functional alignment and forecast ownership.##
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* Education & Experience:

*** Bachelor’s degree (required), preferred focus in Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing, Information Systems, or related field.
* Minimum…