Forecasting Specialist – Domain Trainee

Genpact (NYSE: G) is a global professional services and solutions firm delivering outcomes that shape the future. Our 125,000+ people across 30+ countries are driven by our innate curiosity, entrepreneurial agility, and desire to create lasting value for clients. Powered by our purpose – the relentless pursuit of a world that works better for people – we serve and transform leading enterprises, including the Fortune Global 500, with our deep business and industry knowledge, digital operations services, and expertise in data, technology, and AI.

Inviting applications for the role of Forecasting Specialist – Domain Trainee -English – Hybrid Katowice

Your Role

Key to this role is the creation and maintenance of the statistical forecast for the portfolio for all time horizons.Run Machine Learning forecast

Responsibilities 

oEnsure statistical / sensed forecasts are created for the whole of their portfolio considering demand drivers at the agreed hierarchy level 

oResearch demand drivers , prepare forecast data , and evaluate forecast performance  

oMonitor and report on specific KPIs (e.g., forecast accuracy, forecast BIAS, MAPE, forecast value add) at multiple levels and lags and provide insights on contributing factors and improvement opportunities 

oSelect the best statistical model for forecast items that cannot be modelled by the system considering seasonality, responsiveness, trend and stability

o Contribute to Promotion Planning based on data insights

oRun Machine Learning forecast and disaggregation to building blocks

oRun automatic cleansing. Make sure final output (cleansed data) completed in the system

oGenerate historical demand performance report and ensure all the needed actions to be considered for forecasting

oFor new product introductions, analyze proposal of like-SKU and collaborate with Demand Planners to generate the initial forecasts , additionally consider cannibalization impacts  

o Optimize and tune statistical forecasts , updating system parameters after conducting the necessary analysis to identify improvement opportunities

oTrack and monitor changes to allow for continuous improvement 

Qualifications we seek in you 

Minimum Qualifications / Skills

·Bachelor’s degree in engineering, supply chain management, applied math or other relevant degree

·Strong understand of at least advanced planning systems and its functionality.

·Knowledge of ERP functionality, experience with SAP / Oracle / JDE an asset.

·Demonstrated experience in Forecasting (Statistical Techniques, Collaboration Scenario Modeling, Parameters modeling)

·Strong analytical skills 

·Exceptional drive, excellent interpersonal skills and effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing, with the ability to immediately contribute in a collaborative team environment

·An ability to manage multiple priorities and perform well in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining a high level of client focus

·Strong work ethic and high attention to detail, with a desire to learn 

Preferred Qualifications/ Skills

·An ability to manage multiple priorities and perform well in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining a high level of client focus 

·Strong work ethic and high attention to detail, with a desire to learn 

What can we offer?

· Attractive salary

· Stable job offers - employment contract

· Work in a multicultural and diverse environment with employees from over 30 countries

· Genpact supports professional trainings and great career development opportunities

· Free access to our award-winning learning platform

· Benefits such as Insurance, Luxmed, additional vacation days, biking policy

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