Demand Planning & Sales Analytics Analyst

INABA FOODS (USA), INC.; Chicago (IL); 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 through accurate forecasting, customer portal setup, and analytics.

This in-office role based in Oak Brook, IL requires collaboration with sales, operations, and finance to improve efficiency and financial accuracy. The candidate will manage product forecasts, monitor inventory, analyze trends, and develop regular KPI reports.

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.

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.
• 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.

Skills

Forecasting

Sales analytics

Advanced Excel

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business/Finance/Supply Chain

Tools

ERP systems

BI tools

CRM systems

Job description

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

This in-office role based in Oak Brook, IL requires collaboration with sales, operations, and finance to improve efficiency and financial accuracy. The candidate will manage product forecasts, monitor inventory, analyze trends, and develop regular KPI reports.