Associate Demand Forecaster

Dana-co LLC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time

Parental Leave

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Dana-co LLC, a leading name in luxury intimate apparel, is looking for an Associate Demand Forecaster to join the Planning team in New York City. This role is ideal for early-career professionals interested in data analysis and demand forecasting, and offers the chance to work closely with cross-functional teams.

As part of a supportive environment, you will contribute directly to business decisions, handling tasks such as generating forecasting reports, analyzing sales trends, and coordinating planning meetings.

The job comes with competitive benefits, including medical insurance, a 401(k) plan, and generous time off.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in forecasting, planning, or financial analysis.
• Experience in inventory management or logistics is beneficial.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Generate and maintain forecasting and inventory reports.
• Analyze sales and inventory data to identify trends.
• Support inventory planning and replenishment recommendations.
• Coordinate monthly forecast meetings with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Strong analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

BlueCherry or similar ERP system

Job description

New York City, NY (4 days in-office, 1 day remote)

Salary: Up to $60,000 annually

Join Dana-co

Dana-co, a leader in luxury intimate apparel, is seeking an analytical, detail-oriented Associate Demand Forecaster to join our Planning team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional who enjoys working with data, solving business challenges, and turning insights into action.

In this role, you'll support forecasting, inventory planning, and business analysis across a portfolio of leading brands. You'll work closely with Sales, Production, Operations, and Finance while developing expertise in demand planning, inventory management, and forecasting within the apparel industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Merchandising, Fashion Business Management, Supply Chain, Business Analytics, Finance, Apparel Production, or a related field
• 1–3 years of experience in forecasting, planning, inventory management, buying, allocation, operations, logistics, or financial analysis
• Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Experience with BlueCherry or a similar ERP system is a plus, but not required
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment

Requirements

• Generate and maintain forecasting and inventory reports, including Available‑to‑Sell, Replenishment, Demand Planning, and Exception Reporting
• Assist in preparing monthly forecasts and business projections for assigned product categories
• Analyze sales, inventory, and point‑of‑sale data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Monitor performance against forecast and communicate key variances and business drivers
• Prepare production and inventory analysis reports at the SKU level to support planning decisions
• Track units invoiced, shipped, open, and canceled versus plan and provide actionable insights
• Support inventory planning and replenishment recommendations to optimize stock levels and service rates
• Coordinate monthly forecast meetings, including preparation of materials, notes, and follow‑up actions
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to improve forecast accuracy and support business objectives

At Dana‑co, you'll gain hands‑on experience in a highly collaborative environment where your analysis directly influences business decisions. This role offers a strong foundation for career growth within forecasting, planning, merchandising, and supply chain management.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave (including non‑birthing parents)
• Short‑Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Education Reimbursement
• Voluntary Benefits, including Life Insurance, AD&D, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Services
• Employee Discounts

Work Schedule

Full‑time, Monday–Friday (40 hours per week)

Work Location

New York City office (4 days onsite, 1 day remote)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dana‑co is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and respected. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.