About the role
Coles Group is seeking a skilled Forecast and Planning Analyst to join our team. This permanent opportunity will involve analysing historical sales data, trends, seasonality, and market conditions to develop accurate sales and order forecasts at various levels.
Main objectives:
* Analyse historical sales data to predict future sales trends.
* Evaluate and refine forecasting models using statistical methods and predictive analytics.
* Monitor forecast accuracy and adjust projections based on changing business or market conditions.
Sales forecasting for CFCs:
* Analyse historical sales data to develop accurate sales and order forecasts at annual, quarterly, weekly, and daily levels.
* Evaluate and refine forecasting models using statistical methods and predictive analytics.
* Monitor forecast accuracy and adjust projections based on changing business or market conditions.
* Collaborate with CFC growth, finance, planning, ONG, Ops to align forecasts with business strategies.
Data analysis to support CFC sales Growth:
* Prepare regular and ad hoc reports on sales performance, variances, and trends for leadership review.
* Develop and manage forecasting systems and models for consistency and accuracy.
* Conduct 'what-if' scenario analyses to assess the impact of potential business changes.
* Liaise with team members within finance to obtain, understand, and/or validate information to support decision making.
* Accurate and timely delivery of data analysis, extraction, and manipulation in support of the development of new market segments for the direct business.
* Analytical insight to deliver inputs into strategic decisions.
Key qualifications:
* Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Statistics, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
* 4+ years of experience in sales forecasting or a related analytical role.
* Familiarity with statistical modelling techniques and forecasting software.
* Previous experience preparing annual, quarterly, and weekly sales forecasts within a large / complex multi-division organisation.
* Creation and management of comprehensive, complex, and structured financial models.
* Demonstrated experience in a planning environment including driving process improvement.
* Previous exposure to Retail or FMCG environments.
What we offer:
* Flexible working options: Hybrid work arrangements to support work-life balance.
* Office perks: Access to gym facilities, fitness classes, free parking, BBQ area, mini-Coles supermarket, fooderie hub, school holiday program, and more.
* Discounts: Eligible team members receive 5% discount on all Supermarket and Liquor online and in-store purchases, with additional double discounts at certain times.
* Reward through recognition: Opportunities for recognition and rewards linked to Coles values through our digital recognition platform 'mythanks.' Points can be redeemed for gifts and electronic gift cards.
* Opportunities for learning and development: Career development programs and job-specific training to support professional growth.
* Paid parental leave: Support for balancing work and family responsibilities through paid parental leave entitlements.
* Investment in your future: Annual team member share plan offering pre-tax salary sacrifice deductions to purchase Coles Group shares.