Forecaster

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary :

Paraco Gas is seeking a highly analytical and detail-driven Forecaster to support our supply chain operations through the development of accurate short- and mid-term demand forecasts. This pivotal role plays a critical part in optimizing inventory planning, procurement, and distribution processes. The successful candidate will use a blend of historical data, consumption trends, real-time inputs, and weather analytics to anticipate fluctuations in customer demand and help ensure consistent, cost-effective product availability in a dynamic energy market.

Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions :

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Generate daily, weekly, and monthly demand forecasts for propane and heating oil across diverse customer segments and geographical regions.
• Leverage weather models, historical consumption data, and market insights to build and maintain reliable predictive models.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, logistics, procurement, and planning teams to align forecasts with distribution schedules and inventory goals.
• Continuously monitor real-time demand indicators and adjust forecasts to support agile, just-in-time delivery strategies.
• Partner with customer service and sales teams to integrate promotional activities, customer feedback, or usage patterns into demand planning.
• Identify variances and demand anomalies early; communicate risks or opportunities to relevant stakeholders with actionable insights.
• Maintain and enhance forecasting systems and tools, ensuring data integrity, functionality, and usability.
• Conduct post-season performance reviews to evaluate forecasting accuracy and recommend process improvements for future planning cycles.

Desired Skills & Qualifications :

Monday-Friday

8 AM -4 : 30 PM