Private Brands Forecast Analyst II

Category/Area of Expertise: Procurement & Logistics

Job Requisition: 505556

Address: USA-MA-Quincy-1385 Hancock Street

Store Code: Services (5120844)

This position will manage system demand forecasts and planning for up to 10,000 SKUs across all stores, at the item/warehouse/store/day level. It involves statistical forecasting, data master maintenance, integration with legacy systems, and collaboration for vendor, display, promotion, and event planning. The role supports Relex (F&R) workflows, seasonal/transitional strategies, and assists procurement initiatives such as diverting, forward buying, and efficiency programs.

Flexible/hybrid: 3 in‑person days at a core location and 2 remote days. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.

• Ensure forecast and replenishment system accuracy for the assigned product line.
• Use advanced statistical analysis to reduce system errors and avoid manual adjustments.
• Resolve forecasting exceptions through root‑cause analysis for promotional and turnover products.
• Manage daily, weekly, and monthly Relex workflows to reduce forecast error.
• Collaborate with In Stock Analysts and Demand System Specialists to align on trends and strategies.
• Provide forecast data to vendor partners (private brands team).
• Perform sales correction troubleshooting and determine effective corrections (stockout, campaign, manual).
• Work with Category teams on ad promotions, special programs, and holidays.
• Review baseline forecasts and BIAS, addressing low accuracy or bias issues.
• Update master data and parameters for terminating products.
• Follow up on forecasts for new store locations.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support business needs.

• Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, or a related business field, or equivalent work experience.
• 0–3 years of relevant experience.

• Demand management practices.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel and Access.
• Working knowledge of Supply Chain processes.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Presentation skills.
• Experience developing and applying statistical forecasts.
• Attention to detail and analytical thinking.
• Team player and collaborator.
• Strong mathematical and statistical aptitude.
• Ability to analyze and decipher large amounts of data.
• Critical thinking and autonomous decision‑making.
• Root‑cause analysis and solution implementation.
• Customer focus and initiative.

ME/NC/PA/SC: $63,440–$95,160
IL/MA/MD/NY: $72,880–$109,320

Actual compensation varies based on qualifications, internal equity, and market conditions.