Statistical Forecasting Specialist

Overview:**We Are PepsiCo**Join PepsiCo and Dare for BetterWe are the perfect place for curious people, thinkers and change agents.From leadership to front lines, we're excited about the future and working together to make the world a better place.Being part of PepsiCo means being part of one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with our iconic brands consumed more than a billion times a day in more than 200 countries.Our product portfolio, which includes 22 of the world's most iconic brands, such as Sabritas, Gamesa, Quaker, Pepsi, Gatorade and Sonrics, has been a part of Mexican homes for more than 116 years.A career at PepsiCo means working in a culture where all people are welcome.Here, you can dare to be you.No matter who you are, where you're from, or who you love, you can always influence the people around you and make a positive impact in the world.**Know more**:PepsiCoJobs**Join PepsiCo, dare for better.****Responsibilities**:**The Opportunity**Responsible for owning the forecasts generated though the PFE while partnering with the IBP Forecasting Analytics and PBNA Demand Planning Leads to identify, implement and ultimately deliver forecasting solutions which provide the necessary levels of both near and longer-term forecast accuracy**Your Impact**As **Statistical Forecasting Specialist** your responsibilities would consist of:- Partner with Demand Planning BU Leads to ensure that the PFE solution effectively address the needs for the BU and further provides business insights & learnings.- Deliver Stat forecast for both short and long term horizons while achieving Accuracy and Bias Targets- Weekly BU collaboration on forecast, events, KPIs, opportunities etc- Own Historical data, Driver inputs, forecast, enrichments, and root cause analysis- Experiment, Analyze, and implement modeling changes that drive improved performance through forecating UI- Partner with Data Science team to drive forecast accuracy improvements through model changes, cluster and recipes adjustments, feature engineering and other fine tunning methods- Own Demand Sensing Solution and activation model to drive forecast accuracy- Develop and own Python and VBA scripts to support the Statistical Forecasting Porcess and adhoc exploratory analysis- Leads post performance forecast analytics to determine root cause of performance gaps and generate hypotheses to implement the optimal corrective actions.- Lead hypothesis development and test execution to continuously refine the statistical forecasting engine.- Assists in developing reporting capability to provide proactive alert notification for demand planning end users as well as insights for other stakeholders.- Utilize Analytical capability and detailed data analysis to drive continuous improvement of modeling capability over both the short and long-term horizons.- Compiles summary reports and performs statistical analysis.Qualifications:**¿Who Are We Looking For?****Who Are We Looking For?****Education**- Bachelors in Mathematics, Statistics, Data Analytics or related.**Experience**- 2-4 years of Statistical and Machine learning Forecating experience- Programming abilities in Python, SQL, R, VBA, SAS- Strong analytical skills.- Advanced English is REQUIRED- Ability to present quantitative data in an easy-to-understand manner that balances both analytics as well as business implications.- Lead continuous improvement or capability development work streams including scope definition, analysis, recommendations, and implementation.**Competencies required**:- Technical and programming capabilities with a willingness to learn in this space- Proficient use of visual reporting tools (i.e. Tableau, Power BI, etc)- Innovative thinking looking for creative solutions to tough problems- Self starter and finisher- Demonstrated ability to organize and analyze data- Proficiency in analyzing data to guide work / next steps- Outstanding organizational and follow-up skills — Sensitivity with confidential information- Excellent written and verbal communication skills- Requires creative thinking and problem-solving skills**What can you expect from us**:- Opportunities to learn and develop every day through a wide range of programs.- Internal digital platforms that promote self-learning.- Development programs according to Leadership skills.- Specialized training according to the role.- Learning experiences with internal and external providers.- We love to celebrate success, which is why we have recognition programs for seniority, behavior, leadership, moments of life, among others.- Financial wellness programs that will help you reach your goals in all stages of life.- A flexibility program that will allow you to balance your personal and work life, adapting your working day to your lifestyle.- And because your family is also important to us, they can also enjoy benefits such as our Wellness Line, thousands