Demand Planning Forecasting Analyst

Position Summary

The Demand Planning & Forecasting Analyst supports the development, analysis, and maintenance of demand forecasts within our SIOP framework. This role is ideal for someone who is analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with data to generate insights that guide cross-functional decision-making.

Core Responsibilities

• Support the monthly demand planning cycle within the SIOP process
• Build and update demand forecasts using Excel-based forecasting models and historical data
• Incorporate relevant trends, seasonality, and lifecycle indicators
• Document key assumptions and participate in review discussions
• Track and report forecast accuracy metrics
• Maintain accuracy dashboards and assist in routine performance reporting
• Conduct basic root-cause analysis to identify accuracy drivers
• Improve visibility of demand assumptions and variances
• Deliver assigned SIOP tasks and analytical reports on time
• Flag slow-moving, excess, or at-risk items
• Assist in linking demand signals to inventory planning
• Work with Sales, Product Management, and Commercial teams
• Partner with Finance to provide variance explanations
• Maintain and enhance Excel-based forecasting tools
• Support dashboards and KPIs for SIOP visibility
• Absorb and improve data cleanup and quality improvement
• Participate in process improvement initiatives
• Help communicate gaps or risks in the demand plan

Position Objectives

• Uses effective questioning techniques; demonstrates effective two-way dialogue and negotiation skills
• Develops basic understanding of company products
• Responsive and professional to all levels internally and externally
• Completes individual and/or department objectives and goals assigned by leadership and meets agreed upon deadlines
• Provides quality service to the Company’s internal and external customers
• Effectively schedules and manages resources to meet department goals
• Adheres to NeoGenomics’ core values, safety and HR and Compliance policies and procedures

Experience, Education, and Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain analytic required
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, Analytics, Business, or related field or equivalent work experience required
• Demonstrate proficiency in Excel
• Understand forecast metrics
• Support S&OP/SIOP processes
• Translate data for non-technical audiences
• Utilize Tableau tools
• Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds