S&OP Forecasting Analyst

at  Imperial Brands

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Sales, or a related field
• Strong analytical skills and an in-depth understanding of financial and business interrelationships (e.g., marketing/sales strategies, pricing, volumes, and cost structures)
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment and within a large, complex organisation
• Strong networking and collaboration skills
• High level of autonomy with adaptability and curiosity
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

THE ROLE

We have an exciting opportunity for a S&OP Forecasting Analyst to join our team in Warsaw! This role offers the chance to be part of a dynamic, data-driven environment where you will play a pivotal role in shaping strategic decisions, ensuring accurate sales forecasts, and optimising supply chain processes.
Join an inclusive, innovative global FMCG business supported by 25,000 employees, where you will have the opportunity to influence change and drive improvement in a highly collaborative and forward-thinking environment. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will analyse business data, enhance forecast accuracy, and contribute to the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process to support Imperial Brands’ strategic growth. If you’re passionate about analytics, problem-solving, and continuous improvement, we’d love to hear from you!

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Ensure data collection and analysis are conducted with the right level of accuracy, frequency, and granularity.
• Gather and analyse the impact of various promotional uplifts on forecasts by collaborating with local CSI, marketing, and sales teams.
• Partner with market and cluster teams to ensure sales forecasts are aligned with key stakeholders, including sales, finance, insights, and marketing.
• Manage reporting on forecast accuracy and key supply chain performance indicators.
• Drive enhancements in forecasting accuracy and data harmonisation, ensuring alignment with best practices.
• Provide inputs to the local S&OP process while working closely with global supply chain teams.