Forecast Analyst - Trade

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Indianapolis, IN, USA
In-Office
76K-120K Annually
Senior level
eCommerce • Other
The Role
The Forecast Analyst will enhance demand forecasting by analyzing data, driving improvements in accuracy, and collaborating across departments to support decision-making in operations and sales.
Summary Generated by Built In
At Delta Faucet, we are committed to transforming everyday experiences with water through innovative products and exceptional service. As a leader in the plumbing industry, we take pride in our dedication to quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our mission to create solutions that inspire and elevate the lives of all our customers. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds to join us on this journey toward inclusivity and excellence.
Your role at Delta Faucet:

Do you excel in a data-heavy, analytical, constantly evolving setting where you can independently influence business results through data, forecasting strategy, and collaboration across functions? Delta Faucet Company is looking for a highly analytical, self-motivated forecasting professional to contribute significantly to the ongoing development of our Demand Planning capabilities and forecasting methods.
 

As a Forecast Analyst, you will take ownership of forecasting a complex product portfolio. You will improve forecast accuracy and align business objectives. You will work closely with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Supply Planning.

Position Overview:
 

The Forecast Analyst owns and continuously improves the monthly forecast of customer demand by SKU and distribution center for the next 18 months. The role is more than forecast creation; it needs strong analytical insight to interpret trends, detect risks and opportunities proactively, and steer decisions using data.
 

Using advanced planning and analytical tools like Kinaxis Maestro, Power BI, and Excel, you will turn complex and often incomplete data into actionable business insights. These insights will directly affect procurement, production planning, distribution, and financial results. As a key business partner, you will actively question assumptions, find opportunities to improve forecasting processes, and ensure forecast accuracy to optimize service levels, inventory, and financial outcomes.
 

Responsibilities:Demand Planning
  • Drive continuous improvement in forecast accuracy, bias reduction, and service-level performance by using statistical data modeling, identifying demand patterns, and gathering business insights.  
  • Be an analytical leader and subject matter expert within Demand Planning. Use Power BI and large-scale analytics to build reporting and tools that support forecast improvements and operational decision making.
  • Analyze forecast variances, identify root causes, and drive corrective actions, using product volume/volatility stratification while considering downstream inventory/safety stock impacts.
  • Partner closely with manufacturing, operations, procurement, and supply planning teams to proactively communicate forecast changes and mitigate operational risk.
  • Operate effectively in fast-paced and evolving environments, balancing incomplete information with analytical insights, sound business judgment, and a strong sense of ownership.
     
Sales Operations / Planning 
  • Own the end-to-end demand plan for assigned customers and categories, cultivating strategic relationships with Sales, customers, and internal stakeholders. Independently lead monthly and weekly forecast review cycles, identifying risks, assumptions, and opportunities.
  • Guide planning conversations with internal and external collaborators to incorporate product launches, promotions, lifecycle changes, and market intelligence into the demand plan.
  • Translate complex analytical concepts into clear, compelling business narratives that enable better joint decision-making with Sales, customers, and leadership audiences.
  • Represent Demand Planning strategically by converting analytical insights into clear business direction. Establish trust with internal and customer groups, influencing cross-functional alignment and forecast ownership.
Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree (required), preferred focus in Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing, Information Systems, or related field.
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in Demand Planning / Forecasting or related roles
  • Strong grasp of statistical forecasting concepts and methods, with the ability to assess time-series models performance, spot opportunities to enhance forecasting, and adjust forecasts using data-driven insights.
  • Robust analytical and data management abilities, including experience handling large and complex datasets. Advanced proficiency with Excel, Power BI, and analytical reporting tools is required (Power Query and DAX experience preferred).
  • Demonstrated curiosity and willingness to learn emerging technologies, automation, and AI tools to improve planning efficiency, insight generation, and decision-making.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to clearly communicate analytical results and adapt approach based upon audience, organization level, and business context to arrive at data-driven forecast consensus.
  • Professional certifications in forecasting, supply chain, or continuous improvement are preferred, but not mandatory (e.g., IBF CPF/ACPF, ASCM/APICS CPIM or CSCP, Lean Six Sigma, or similar).

Why Join Us?

At Delta Faucet Company, our people are our greatest assets. We value different perspectives and fostering an inclusive environment. You’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of our brand, working alongside passionate professionals committed to excellence and innovation. Join us to lead progressive growth and make a significant impact within a leading organization.

Here are some of the benefits we offer for your personal and professional growth:

  • Culture: Recognized and award-winning reputation for equality, diversity and inclusion, flexibility, work-life balance, and more.
  • Wellbeing: Comprehensive benefit plans; retirement, savings, tuition reimbursement, and employee incentive programs; resources for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing.
  • Learning & Development: LinkedIn Learning access; internal opportunities to work on projects cross-company.
  • Social Impact: Four employee-led and self-directed Business Resource Groups; Paid volunteer day annually; Employees share their time, skills and talent with charities and nonprofit organizations across the U.S. and around the globe.

Company: Delta Faucet Company

Full time

Hiring Range: $76,400.00 - $120,010.00 USD

Actual compensation may vary based on various factors including experience, education, geographic location, and/or skills.

Delta Faucet Company (the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer and we strive to employ the most qualified individuals for every position. The Company makes employment decisions only based on merit. It is the Company’s policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, employment, promotion, salary increases, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment) based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all people involved in the operations of the Company regardless of where the employee is located and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company.

Delta Faucet Company is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States. Please click on the following links for more information.

E-Verify Participation Poster: English & Spanish

E-verify Right to Work Poster: English, Spanish

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or related field
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in Demand Planning / Forecasting
  • Strong grasp of statistical forecasting concepts and methods
  • Advanced proficiency with Excel and Power BI
  • Strong interpersonal skills for communicating analytical results
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The Company
HQ: Indianapolis, IN
1,315 Employees

What We Do

Delta Faucet Company is a company which delivers faucets, showers and bathroom accessories. Delta Faucet Company is a division of Masco Corporation and is one of the largest U.S. manufacturers of residential and commercial faucets. The company manufactures the Delta®, Brizo® and Peerless® faucet brands. The flagship Delta brand includes stylish and innovative products that add functionality and help consumers find a smarter way to work with water. The premium, fashion Brizo faucet brand, meets the demand for aesthetics and performance with a collection of distinctively designed faucets that create a fashion statement in the home. The Peerless brand offers affordable faucets with proven design in a range of styles and finishes for both consumers and trade professionals alike. Delta Faucet Company places a high priority on products that address today's environmental concerns, such as accessibility to water, water conservation and water quality. To that end, Delta Faucet invests in internal processes and systems that provide innovative solutions and ensure exceptional customer satisfaction. As a manufacturer partner of the WaterSense® program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Delta Faucet Company is committed to working with the EPA to actively protect the future of our nation's water supply. The Company also practices improved manufacturing processes to reduce its ecological footprint.

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