Forecasting

Students will work with a grocery chain to develop, promote, & maintain robust product forecasting models. Students will contribute to conversations about pricing, promotions, assortment, and store/shelf layouts with the company and also provide insight to assist with prioritization of market opportunities while optimizing loyalty program touch points.
Students will also work with their faculty advisor and team of peers to:
Develop, promote, & maintain robust product forecasting models
Collaborate with key partners in sales, brand management, and finance to obtain consistent forecast inputs.
Own and facilitate monthly forecast consensus process, resulting in rolling demand plans
Systematically identify and work to reconcile discrepancies, and close gaps, among inputs on an ongoing basis.
Align forecasts to assist distribution centers in support of logistics.
Ensure successful execution of customer promotions through effective planning, leverage key customer event inputs.
Track weekly/monthly forecast errors; identify and report on root causes.
Requirements:
Familiarity with forecasting techniques
Knowledge of SAS, Python or R
Familiarity with quantitative and statistical concepts
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact well with all levels of management
Team player with the ability to build productive relationships
Business writing and presentation skills
Knowledge of project management
Strong technical skills in Microsoft Office and data visualization tools