Planning Manager (Communications Test Design, Inc.) (West Chester, PA) Use predictive analytics to anticipate future trends. Scrutinize large amounts of data to identify trends and patterns and apply assumptions to test future impacts; Provide division/business unit with foresights (from data) that will inform strategic decisions; Collaborate closely with business stakeholders to understand challenges and objectives; Ensure that data analysis is aligned with business goals; Assist in designing and creating data reports and dashboards; Apply problem-solving skills and find creative solutions for challenging problems related to sourcing product from suppliers; Actively manage program forecasts to incorporate all pertinent information to help obtain optimal results; Achieve, track, and maintain forecast accuracy; Promote continuous improvement of forecasting processes and procedures; Work closely with cross functional teams (e.g., Program Management, Sourcing, Operations, Finance/Accounting, etc.) in achieving optimal inventory management results; Provide timely, quality information to executive leadership and cross functional teams through regular updates; Manage holistic program data from multiple source systems and associated dashboard reports; Detailed quantitative business analysis to support planning and executive decision-making process. In order to perform the above tasks, the following skills and experience are required: Experience with data analytics and knowledge of statistics and data preparation; Experience with SQL; Experience using PC skills in Excel; Experience using Python; Experience monitoring and identifying trends in large volumes of data. Requires a bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Business, Statistics, Engineering or related field and at least two years of experience in Inventory Control, Finance, Economics, Mathematics or related occupation. Travel required: 5% of the time to Dallas/Fort Worth, TX. Salary: $119,200 - $175,600/year. Please send C.V. to sschreck@ctdi.com #LI-DNI