Business Analyst III (6272)

Business Analyst III itD is seeking a Business Analyst – Demand Forecasting to drive demand planning and forecasting for Company's Reality Labs AR/VR hardware portfolio, enabling accurate production planning, sales performance tracking, and data-driven business decisions. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in demand forecasting, business analytics, sales planning, and consumer hardware operations , with a proven track record of delivering accurate forecast models, actionable business insights, and measurable improvements in forecast accuracy . Location: Burlingame, CA Duration: 12months Pay Rate: Competitive, depending on experience. We provide comprehensive medical benefits, a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, and more. Please note that we are only considering direct W2 candidates at this time, as we are unable to offer sponsorship. Responsibilities Develop and maintain sell-through and sell-in demand forecasts for AR/VR headsets and wearable hardware products using quantitative and qualitative data. Partner with Sales, Channel Operations, Category Management, Marketing, and Analytics teams to improve forecast accuracy and support strategic business initiatives. Analyze weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual sales performance for hardware products and accessories, identifying trends and forecasting future demand. Perform actuals-versus-forecast variance analysis, identify root causes for performance gaps, and recommend corrective actions to improve forecast accuracy. Present forecast assumptions, business insights, and performance results to business leaders and cross-functional stakeholders across Reality Labs. Develop forecasting methodologies and analytical tools by evaluating large datasets, identifying trends, dependencies, and correlations to improve planning accuracy. Collaborate with Channel Operations teams to influence inventory planning, production schedules, and product launch decisions. Create executive-ready reports, dashboards, and presentations that communicate demand forecasts and business performance effectively. Internal Responsibilities Attend regular internal practice community meetings. Collaborate with your itD practice team on industry thought leadership. Complete client case studies and learning material (blogs, media material). Build out material to contribute to the Digital Transformation practice. Attend internal itD networking events (in person and virtual). Work with leadership on career fast-track opportunities. Required Qualifications and Skills 4+ years of experience in demand forecasting for hardware products, including consumer electronics or accessories. 6+ years of experience in business strategy, finance, analytics, sales planning, or a related analytical function. Experience building and maintaining sell-through and sell-in forecasting models. Strong analytical skills with experience analyzing large datasets and identifying trends, dependencies, and business insights. Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel , PowerPoint , and Google Workspace . Experience performing forecast variance analysis and developing mitigation plans. Experience presenting analytical findings and business recommendations to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders. Ability to work independently in a hands-on, execution-focused environment. Preferred Qualifications and Skills Experience supporting consumer hardware, AR/VR, wearables, or consumer electronics products. Experience with demand planning, sales planning, inventory management, or supply chain forecasting. Experience building executive dashboards and business reporting solutions. Familiarity with statistical forecasting techniques and predictive analytics. Experience partnering with Sales, Marketing, Category Management, and Channel Operations organizations. Experience supporting new product launches and production planning decisions. Education Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Statistics, or a re…