Planning Data Analyst

Job title:

Planning Data Analyst

Company

Jotun

Job description

SUMMARY OF THE ROLEPlanning Data AnalystAre you passionate about turning data into actionable insights? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your analytical skills can make a real impact? We’re looking for a Planning Analyst to join our team in Sandefjord, Norway!As a Planning Analyst, you’ll be part of our planning department, supporting factory operations, manning, and raw material needs. Your main focus will be on forecasting demand using existing seasonal data to support future planning and resource demands. You will be the superuser for our IFS Demand Planning tool—leveraging it to generate forecasts and hand off insights to the broader team.What you will do

• Develop and maintain forecasting models using historical data and market trends
• Analyze large datasets to identify patterns, anomalies, and opportunities
• Provide insights to support planning, inventory, and financial decisions
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align forecasts with business strategies
• Utilize the IFS Demand Planning tool and continuously improve forecasting accuracy
• Present findings using graphs, dashboards, and clear visualizations
• Lead innovation and improvement process for forecasting

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFERWhat we look forFormal requirements:

• Experience with forecasting techniques and statistical modeling
• Proficiency in tools like Excel, SQL, Power BI
• Bachelor’s or Master’s related to Data Analytics, Finance, Applied Statistics, or similar relevant fields

Personal requirements:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good communication and collaboration skills
• Self-dependent and taking initiative
• A curious mindset and a passion for data-driven decision-making

What we offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning Jotun Academy.
• Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies
• Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores
• A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self
• A focus on having fun together through team buildings and social activities

POSITION INFORMATIONCompany: Jotun A/SContract type: RegularTime Type: Full timeCLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy): 05.08.2025WHO WE AREJotun has protected property for almost a century – from iconic buildings to beautiful homes. ​As one of the world’s leading paints and coatings manufacturers, we combine high quality with creativity and innovations.Jotun’s global headquarters is located in Sandefjord, Norway. Here, Jotun Norway has 1000 employees working in state-of-the-art facilities covering services from local factory operations at Vindal to global product development in our new research and development centre at Sandefjord, one of Northern Europe’s largest privately owned R&D centres. The administration centre for Europe and Central Asia is located in Sandefjord, together with our local Norwegian operations.We provide various career opportunities in finance and administration, IT, sales and marketing, supply chain, engineering, technical, and research and development.Jotun is committed to an ambitious growth strategy. We believe that the real value in our companies is our employees, both as individuals and as teams. We focus on providing our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development driven by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.Visit our to learn more about life at Jotun.Jotun’s company culture welcomes and values differences in people. Our more than 10,200 employees on all continents represent 90 nationalities, four generations and a diversity of professions, genders, abilities, ethnicities, beliefs, cultures, etc. We are committed to representing the societies we operate in, promoting equality, equity and zero-tolerance for discrimination.If you are applying for a position and require additional support in the interview process, please let us know how we can accommodate this.If you think this role is what you could do next, apply now!

Expected salary

Location

Sandefjord, Vestfold og Telemark

Job date

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 23:35:48 GMT

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