Inventory Forecasting Data Analyst: Demand & Inventory

Unclassified; United States; On-site; USD 94,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Unclassified is seeking a Business Data Analyst to support Inventory Forecasting in Newark, NJ. The role focuses on analyzing historical data, sales trends, and inventory activity to improve demand forecasting and optimize stocking levels.

The ideal candidate will own forecasting processes, work with purchasing, operations, and sales, and produce actionable insights. This is a full-time daytime role requiring strong Excel capabilities and detail-oriented analysis.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in data analysis, demand forecasting, inventory management, or related fields.
• Strong analytical skills and experience working with large datasets.
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to identify trends, discrepancies, risks, and opportunities within data.
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong sense of ownership, responsibility, and accountability.
• Excellent communication and follow-up skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable taking initiative.
• Ability to work across multiple departments in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze historical data, sales trends, and inventory activity to support accurate demand forecasting.
• Monitor inventory levels and proactively identify potential shortages, excess inventory, risks, and opportunities.
• Develop and maintain reports, spreadsheets, and analytical tools to support business decisions.
• Collaborate with purchasing, operations, and sales teams to align forecasts, inventory needs, and priorities.
• Take ownership of key forecasting and inventory processes and ensure deliverables are completed accurately and on time.
• Lead follow-ups with cross-functional teams to maintain accountability and keep projects moving.
• Review large datasets and translate findings into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Identify opportunities to improve forecasting accuracy, reporting, and operational efficiency.
• Manage multiple priorities while consistently meeting deadlines.

Skills

Data analysis

Demand forecasting

Inventory management

Supply chain

Attention to detail

Ownership

Communication

Proactivity

Multi-department collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Unclassified is seeking a Business Data Analyst to support Inventory Forecasting in Newark, NJ. The role focuses on analyzing historical data, sales trends, and inventory activity to improve demand forecasting and optimize stocking levels.

The ideal candidate will own forecasting processes, work with purchasing, operations, and sales, and produce actionable insights. This is a full-time daytime role requiring strong Excel capabilities and detail-oriented analysis.