Forecasting Analyst

Randstad is looking for a Forecasting Analyst on behalf of ZeniΘ, the 1st provider of integrated energy in Greece, with natural gas and electricity!

If you:

✓ Have excellent analytical skills  

✓ Have worked before in a similar role with programming languages

✓ Have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

✓ Want to develop your career by joining a leading company like ZeniΘ

then this role as a Forecasting Analyst is what you are looking for! 

The Forecasting Analyst will be responsible for the below:

• Support operationally the load forecasting activity. Produce accurate energy (electricity and gas) consumption forecasts for the company’s clients portfolio, both B2C and B2B
• Develop and execute time series forecasting: autoregressive integrated moving average (ARIMA) models, artificial neural network (ANN) models, support vector machine (SVM) models
• Utilize trending techniques, e.g. linear trend, non-linear trend (quadratic), exponential trend, cumulative average growth rate (CAGR)
• Conduct cluster analysis for industrial, commercial and residential customers in gas and power
• Determine specific consumptions per customer segment. Analyze factors affecting mid-to long-term load forecasting and customer consumption behavior. Monitor energy consumption patterns
• Develop load scenario generation and load scenario reduction techniques
• Work with big data
• Produce advanced data visualization
• Conduct back-testing analysis. Monitor consumption deviations against initial forecasts (related KPIs)
• Collaborate with Portfolio Management and Marketing & Sales for the campaign management process
• Report activity relative to forecasting issues
• Work with Portfolio Management and Sales/Marketing for campaign management

The ideal candidate should have the below for the Forecasting Analyst:

• Bachelor’s in Engineering, Mathematics, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Informatics, Physics, or related field (focus on Statistics/Quantitative Finance)
• A Master’s/PhD in Data/Quantitative Analysis, Statistics, or Economics will be a plus
• Minimum 2 years of previous experience in a similar role; experience in power and gas markets is an advantage
• Knowledge of quantitative analysis, demand forecasting, machine learning, and data visualization/BI tools
• Proficiency in Python/PySpark or MATLAB; MySQL knowledge is a plus
• Fluent in Greek and English (oral & written)
• Great analytical thinking, problem-solving and attention to detail skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Results-driven and self-motivated personality
• Strong time and project management skills

ZeniΘ offers the following benefits to the Forecasting Analyst:

• Competitive salary and benefits package upon qualifications
• Private medical insurance
• Private pension plan
• Monthly ticket restaurant, besides the salary package
• Specific educational package for every job role, financed by the company
• Monthly wellness allowance
• Employees’ discount program on company’s products (gas & electricity)
• Hybrid model of work
• Welcome pack with all the necessary IT equipment
• Multinational, friendly, and free of any kind of discrimination working environment
• Career growth opportunities upon performance appraisal

ZeniΘ is committed to providing a safe, flexible and respectful environment for all employees and clients, free from all forms of discrimination, bullying and sexual harassment. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best, regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy, national origin, nationality, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, and any other characteristic.

If you believe your profile could be a good match for the Forecasting Analyst role, apply now!

For more information on the Forecasting Analyst, you can contact Eleni Karageorgou Monday to Friday at +306955691829 from 09:00 - 16:30.

Please note that for transparency and equity reasons, only those applications made online via our site will be assessed. After the screening of all the CVs received, we will only contact the candidates who meet the requirements of the job to arrange an interview. ​ All applications are considered strictly confidential.