Business Forecast Analyst

Job Type

Full-time

Description

More than a decade ago, Ledge introduced America to the first-in pool chaise and modern design forward furniture for a more compelling outdoor living experience. Today the award-winning brand is recognized as the in-pool and poolside leader, adopted by discerning homeowners and five star resort and residential properties around the world.

Our continued success is very much a consequence of our team members, the Ledge culture of collaboration and innovation, and our unwavering belief in the importance of design distinction in everything we do.

Job Overview

At Ledge, we believe great decisions start with great insight—and that’s how we continue to Lead with Design and Win as One. The Business Forecast Analyst plays a critical role in shaping how we plan, operate, and grow—transforming data into clarity and aligning teams around a shared path forward. This role sits at the intersection of Sales, Operations, and Finance, bringing together inputs, challenging assumptions, and translating complexity into a clear, confident demand plan.

The ideal candidate combines sharp analytical thinking with strong business acumen, understanding not just the “what” in the data, but the “so what” for the business. They communicate with clarity and purpose, influencing cross-functional partners and guiding alignment through both insight and presence. With a high level of ownership and attention to detail, this individual ensures data integrity while proactively identifying risks and opportunities before they impact the business.

This role requires a collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset—someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, embraces continuous improvement, and brings both drive and grace to every interaction. At its best, this role doesn’t just report on the business—it helps lead it forward, enabling Ledge to design smarter, operate stronger, and win together.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and maintain the company demand forecast within ERP and planning systems, ensuring accuracy and data integrity
• Lead weekly and monthly demand alignment meetings with Sales and cross-functional stakeholders to drive consensus forecasting
• Translate sales inputs, historical data, and market trends into a clear, actionable demand plan
• Partner closely with Operations to deliver a unified demand plan that supports supply planning and execution
• Analyze forecast performance (MAPE, bias, variance) and continuously improve forecast accuracy and processes
• Identify and communicate demand risks and opportunities at the SKU, customer, and channel level
• Prepare and present executive-level reporting, including concise summaries of forecast performance, risks, and opportunities
• Extract, validate, and analyze data from ERP and BI tools to support insights and business storytelling
• Proactively challenge assumptions and drive data-informed decision-making across the business
  
  

What Success Looks Like

• Forecast accuracy (MAPE) = 95% at the aggregate level
• Forecast bias maintained within ±5%
• Strong adoption of the demand plan across Sales and stakeholders (=95%)
• Reduction in demand-related stockouts and backorders
  
  

Requirements

• 3–6 years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain analytics
• Strong analytical skills with experience in forecast accuracy metrics (MAPE, bias, variance)
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP (NetSuite preferred) and BI tools (Power BI a plus)
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present data clearly and concisely
  
  

At Ledge, we value diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and the opportunity to work with a dynamic team in a positive and supportive work environment.