Supply Chain Forecasting Analyst

Generac Power Systems Inc

Jefferson, WI

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Advertising Operations, Alternative Energy, Analysis Skills, Automation, Business Processes, Business Solutions, Corrective Action, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Data Quality, Data Sets, Data Visualization Tools, Database Report Tools, Demand Forecasting/Planning, Energy Efficiency, Finance, Forecasting, Inventory Management, Leadership, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Manufacturing, Market Analysis, Market Trend Analysis, Mathematics, Metrics, Microsoft Excel, Multitasking, Operational Improvement, Operational Support, Operations Planning, Power BI, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Management, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Management, Reporting Dashboards, SAP BusinessObjects Business Intelligence (BI), SAP NetWeaver Business Warehouse, Sales, Sales Forecasting, Statistics, Statistics Software, Stock Keeping Unit (SKU), Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Operations, Tableau, Team Player
LOCATION
Jefferson, WI
POSTED
7 days ago

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.

Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

The Supply Chain Forecasting Analyst leads the demand forecasting process for the business group and provides analytical support across supply chain operations. This role is responsible for developing and maintaining accurate demand forecasts, analyzing market and demand trends, and supporting inventory optimization and working capital initiatives, while driving data‑driven planning, operational improvements, and cross‑functional decision‑making.

Major Responsibilities:

  • Manages the current and future demand sales forecast for the business, including creating and submitting monthly demand forecasts for three key business channels in collaboration with the sales team, product management and the business group finance team
  • Drives and measures forecast accuracy of key products and channels, improves forecast accuracy, root cause deviations, and designs methods to improve
  • Monitors demand forecast relative actual results, raising any concerns in trends to Sales and Executive leadership for root cause and corrective action as needed
  • Provides analytical support across supply chain operations including inventory management, open purchase order tracking, SKU rationalization, service level performance, and working capital improvement initiatives
  • Analyzes and improves master data quality and reporting accuracy across planning and supply chain systems
  • Partners cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Operations, Sales, Finance, and Procurement teams to identify and resolve planning and execution issues impacting inventory, supply continuity, and customer service
  • Develops and automates reporting, dashboards, and analytical tools to improve business visibility and decision-making
  • Supports ad hoc operational and supply chain analysis as business priorities evolve
  • Identifies opportunities to improve processes, system utilization, data integrity, and planning efficiency through automation and analytical insights

Minimum Job Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Math, Business, Statistics, Supply Chain Management, Finance or other related field or equivalent experience

Preferred Job Requirements:

  • Experience working directly with sales team members on creating demand forecasts
  • Experience in forecasting or demand planning in a multi-channel environment
  • Previous experience with SAP and Business Intelligence systems
  • Previous manufacturing industry experience preferred

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret large data sets and communicate actionable business insights
  • Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
  • Experience with inventory analysis, supply chain metrics, and operational reporting preferred
  • Proficient with statistical forecasting software and techniques preferred
  • Experience with data visualization and reporting tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms preferred

Office Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion, the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Great Reasons to work for Generac:

  • Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more
  • Many employee activities
  • Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees, both current and retirees, to gather together and enjoy their time with their families and co-workers
  • Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators
  • We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days.
  • Every day is Jeans Day! Dress for your day.
  • Product loan and discount programs

"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."

About the Company

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Generac Power Systems Inc