In-Office CPG Sales & Forecast Analyst

Inaba Foods; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Inaba Foods (USA) Inc. in Oak Brook, IL is seeking a Sales and Inventory Analyst to support sales operations through forecasting, customer portal setup, and analytics. This full-time, in-office role focuses on CP G retail dynamics, inventory accuracy, and financial performance.

You will collaborate with sales, operations and finance to align forecasts with inventory goals, build reports, and drive profitability across channels.

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 (PivotTables, VLOOKUP, data modeling); ERP and BI tools a plus.
• Familiarity with customer portals and retail compliance systems.
• 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.
• Setup and maintain customer portals; onboard new accounts and ensure data/compliance readiness.
• Work closely with operations and finance to reconcile forecasts with inventory and financial goals.
• Analyze the financial impact of sales strategies and promotional activities.
• Serve as liaison between sales, operations, finance, and logistics teams.

Skills

Forecasting

Sales operations

Analytics

Inventory management

Advanced Excel

ERP systems

BI tools

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems

BI tools

Job description

Inaba Foods (USA) Inc. in Oak Brook, IL is seeking a Sales and Inventory Analyst to support sales operations through forecasting, customer portal setup, and analytics. This full-time, in-office role focuses on CP G retail dynamics, inventory accuracy, and financial performance.

You will collaborate with sales, operations and finance to align forecasts with inventory goals, build reports, and drive profitability across channels.