CPG Sales & Forecasting Analyst

INABA FOODS (USA), INC.; Uniondale (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Inaba Foods (USA) Inc. is seeking a Sales and Inventory Analyst to support sales operations with forecasts, customer portal setup, and analytics.

This in-office role in Uniondale, NY focuses on improving forecasting accuracy, data integrity, and financial reporting while collaborating with sales, operations, and finance teams. The position requires a 3–5 year background in sales operations or analytics within CPG/retail, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with ERP and BI tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in sales operations, forecasting, or analytics in a CPG or retail environment.
• Strong analytical and financial skills with a deep understanding of inventory dynamics.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data modeling); experience with ERP systems and BI tools a plus.
• Familiarity with customer portals and retail compliance systems.
• Nielsen / IRI / Scintilla / Stackline or similar.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with a detail-oriented mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of accountability and a focus on contributing to the bottom line.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with sales staff to gather, validate, and consolidate product forecasts.
• Analyze sales trends and inventory levels to support demand planning and replenishment.
• Monitor customer chargebacks and deductions; forecast and report on trends to help minimize impact.
• Create and maintain accurate sales and product performance reports using advanced Excel tools and other software.
• Set up and maintain customer portals, ensuring smooth access and integration for sales activities.
• Support the onboarding and setup of new customer accounts, ensuring all necessary data and compliance documentation is complete.
• Provide insights that drive profitability and cost efficiencies across sales channels.
• Work closely with operations and finance teams to reconcile forecasts with inventory and financial goals.
• Analyze the financial impact of sales strategies and promotional activities.
• Develop and distribute regular reporting on KPIs, sales performance, and product trends.
• Maintain clean and organized data across internal systems, ensuring accuracy for strategic decision-making.
• Assist sales staff with administrative tasks, including order tracking, documentation, meeting prep, and follow-ups.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial acumen

Multi-tasking

Communication

Accountability

Inventory dynamics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

BI tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Inaba Foods (USA) Inc. is seeking a Sales and Inventory Analyst to support sales operations with forecasts, customer portal setup, and analytics.

This in-office role in Uniondale, NY focuses on improving forecasting accuracy, data integrity, and financial reporting while collaborating with sales, operations, and finance teams. The position requires a 3–5 year background in sales operations or analytics within CPG/retail, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with ERP and BI tools.