Associate Forecaster

Dana-co LLC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time

Paid Holidays

Education Reimbursement

Life Insurance, AD&D, etc.

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Dana-co in New York City is seeking an Associate Forecaster to join our demand planning and inventory management team. The role combines forecasting, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to optimize brand performance.

You will generate reports, present monthly forecasts, monitor variances, and help with replenishment while working onsite four days per week and one day remote. This is an entry-level to mid-level role requiring a Bachelor’s degree and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Merchandising, Fashion Business Management, Supply Chain, Business Analytics, Finance, Apparel Production, or a related field.
• Strong Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis.
• 1–3 years of experience in forecasting, planning, inventory management, buying, allocation, financial analysis, operations, or logistics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience with BlueCherry or similar ERP systems is a plus, but not required.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Flexibility to support meetings and business needs during extended business hours when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Generate and maintain forecasting and inventory reports, including Available-to-Sell, Replenishment, Demand Planning, and Exception Reporting.
• Prepare and present monthly forecast for assigned area(s) of responsibilities.
• Analyze sales, inventory, and POS data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Support the forecasting process by updating projections and maintaining reporting across all brands.
• Monitor and report sales performance against forecast, highlighting significant variances and business drivers.
• Prepare Production Cut reports that evaluate inventory positions, future production, sales trends, and customer demand at the SKU level.
• Track units invoiced, open, shipped, and canceled versus plan and communicate findings to key stakeholders.
• Assist with inventory planning and replenishment recommendations to support business objectives.
• Organize and distribute monthly forecast meeting materials, notes, and action items.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Production, Operations, and Finance, to ensure forecast accuracy and inventory optimization.

Skills

Excel skills

Forecasting

Inventory analytics

Data analysis

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Merchandising/related field

Tools

BlueCherry ERP

Job description

Job Title: Associate Forecaster

Location: New York City (In-office 4 days per week, 1 day remote)

Salary: Up to $60,000 per year

Company Overview

Dana-co, a leading design company specializing in luxury intimate apparel, is seeking an analytical and detail-oriented Associate Forecaster to support demand planning, inventory management, and forecasting initiatives across our portfolio of brands. This role is ideal for an early-career professional with strong quantitative skills who is eager to develop expertise in forecasting, inventory analysis, and business planning within the apparel industry.

Job Requirements

This position requires the candidate to work onsite at least four days per week in our New York City office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Merchandising, Fashion Business Management, Supply Chain, Business Analytics, Finance, Apparel Production, or a related field.
• Strong Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis.
• 1-3 years of experience in forecasting, planning, inventory management, buying, allocation, financial analysis, operations, or logistics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience with BlueCherry or similar ERP systems is a plus, but not required.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Flexibility to support meetings and business needs during extended business hours when necessary.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate and maintain forecasting and inventory reports, including Available-to-Sell, Replenishment, Demand Planning, and Exception Reporting.
• Prepare and present monthly forecast for assigned area(s) of responsibilities.
• Analyze sales, inventory, and POS data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Support the forecasting process by updating projections and maintaining reporting across all brands.
• Monitor and report sales performance against forecast, highlighting significant variances and business drivers.
• Prepare Production Cut reports that evaluate inventory positions, future production, sales trends, and customer demand at the SKU level.
• Track units invoiced, open, shipped, and canceled versus plan and communicate findings to key stakeholders.
• Assist with inventory planning and replenishment recommendations to support business objectives.
• Organize and distribute monthly forecast meeting materials, notes, and action items.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Production, Operations, and Finance, to ensure forecast accuracy and inventory optimization.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees

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

Equal Opportunity Statement

Dana-co is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and retaining a diverse workforce. We provide an inclusive work environment free from discrimination or harassment based on legally protected characteristics, including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday through Friday (40 hours per week)

Work Location: In-office 4 days per week, 1 day remote