Forecast Analyst jobs in Kansas City, KS

Forecast Analyst analyzes inventory levels, production speed, and product demand to determine the amount of finished product that will be produced. Determines the best metrics to use to provide the most accurate representation of the forecast. Being a Forecast Analyst works with other departments within the organization to determine optimal inventory levels. May require a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Forecast Analyst typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Forecast Analyst occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Forecast Analyst typically requires 2-4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Entry Level Forecast Analyst
  • KGPCo
  • Lenexa, KS FULL_TIME
  • SUMMARY: Accurate demand forecasting is one of the primary components to meeting key company objectives for the minimization of overstock, top-level inventory turns and industry leading fill rates and service levels.  The forecasting position is responsible for ensuring that an accurate forecast is provided through the use of statistical modeling techniques and cross functional collaboration efforts with the Strategic Inventory Managers, Buyers/Planners, Sales/Marketing and Product Management groups through all phases of the product life cycle. 

     

    Hours: 8AM – 5PM (Mon – Fri)

    Pay: $40,000 - $50,000/yr. 

    **Once considered proficient will be able to work a hybrid schedule 

     

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Develop forecasts ensuring best practices and statistical models are applied uniformly throughout the forecasting process. 
    • Identify and perform root cause analysis on product with high forecast error.  Forecast Analyst must identify the appropriate actions to take on product and make adjustments to future forecast if necessary.
    • Utilize the Exception Management Forecasting Process to proactively identify potential problem items that need to be reviewed due to demand versus forecast variation.   Further analysis and collaboration efforts will be required to determine if the forecast needs adjustment.  
    • Lead and/or participate in forecast collaboration efforts with Strategic Inventory Planners, Planning, Sales, Marketing and Product Management to identify trends, promotions, events, product launches and exits, etc .
    • Participate on cross-functional teams responsible for evaluating strategic opportunities ensuring financial implications of potential forecast strategies are fully considered.  This is critical in managing inventory in all phases of the product life cycle to ensure adequate inventory that minimizes stock-outs and avoids excess inventory that may result in overstock. 
    • Forecast Analyst will manage all forecasting processes and will have accountability for forecast accuracy, fill rates, and inventory turns on their business team. 
     

     

    EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

    Bachelors Degree (B.A.) required and/or 3 years relevant experience. Strong leadership skills and expert analytical/decision-making skills.  

     

    KGPCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

     

  • 17 Days Ago

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Systems Analyst
  • The City of Overland Park
  • Overland Park, KS FULL_TIME
  • The City of Overland Park has a full-time Systems Analyst position available in the Information Technology Department. Responsibilities: Monitors, administers, and troubleshoots commercial off the she...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Business Analyst
  • ORANGE EV LLC
  • Kansas, KS FULL_TIME
  • Business Analyst Join Orange EV, a fast-growing manufacturer of electric vehicles that are better for the earth, people and the bottom line. Make a difference for the world as part of a company leadin...
  • 9 Days Ago

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MANAGEMENT ANALYST
  • US Office of Field Policy and Management
  • Kansas, KS FULL_TIME
  • Duties The following are the duties of this position at the GS-09. If you are selected at a lower grade level, you will have the opportunity to learn to perform all these duties, and will receive trai...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Compliance Analyst
  • CreativeOne Wealth
  • Overland Park, KS FULL_TIME
  • Position Summary The Compliance Analyst will assist the Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) in keeping our registered investment advisory firm compliant with federal securities laws through establishing an...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Iran Analyst
  • Yorktown Systems Group
  • Fort Leavenworth, KS FULL_TIME
  • EEO STATEMENT Yorktown Systems Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No employee or applicant for employment is denied equal opportunity because of race, color, sex, national origin, religion,...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Senior Sales Financial Analyst
  • ALL Dimensions Search Group
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Job Description Job Description ALL Dimensions Search Group is assisting an iconic Kansas City based company fill their ...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Sales Financial Analyst
  • The Judge Group
  • Kansas City, MO
  • At Russell Stover, not only do we love chocolate, but we love our jobs! Every day we go to work exhibiting our values of...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Revenue Integrity Analyst Job (Remote-must live in IL, IN, WI, IA)
  • LHH
  • Kansas City, MO
  • If you are interested in applying for this job opportunity, please email your resume in Word format to sarah.ayala@lhh.c...
  • 3/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Revenue Cycle Analyst Job (Remote-must live in IL, IN, WI, IA)
  • LHH
  • Kansas City, MO
  • If you are interested in applying for this job opportunity, please email your resume in Word format to sarah.ayala@lhh.c...
  • 3/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sr. Financial Analyst - Financial Planning & Analysis- REMOTE
  • CAVA
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Company Profile: At CAVA, we make it deliciously simple to eat well and feel good every day. We are guided by a Mediterr...
  • 3/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Transmission Planning Consultant - 1898 & Co. (Kansas City)
  • Burns & McDonnell
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Description The Transmission Planning Consultant will utilize knowledge in electrical transmission planning and applicat...
  • 3/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Credit Analyst - Onsite Raleigh, NC Office (Some Remote)
  • Extreme Networks
  • Kansas City, MO
  • The Credit Analyst will investigate and manage credit lines, initiate collections from customer accounts, and ensure pro...
  • 3/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Development Data Analyst (Development Specialist II)
  • City of Kansas City, MO
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule Full-time position available with the City Planning & Development Department, Long Range P...
  • 3/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

Kansas City is the third-largest city in the State of Kansas, the county seat of Wyandotte County, and the third-largest city of the Kansas City metropolitan area. Kansas City, Kansas is abbreviated as "KCK" to differentiate it from Kansas City, Missouri, after which it is named. It is part of a consolidated city-county government known as the "Unified Government". Wyandotte County also includes the independent cities of Bonner Springs and Edwardsville. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 145,786 residents. It is situated at Kaw Point, which is the junction of the Missouri an...
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Income Estimation for Forecast Analyst jobs
$69,358 to $91,225
Kansas City, Kansas area prices
were up 1.7% from a year ago

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The primary function of this role is to drive our S&OP process and collaborate with cross functional teams in order to build our demand forecast to improve customer service levels and minimize inventory levels.
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