Sales & Inventory Analyst — Forecasting & Data Insights

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

Job summary

Inaba Foods, a premium pet food manufacturer, seeks a Sales and Inventory Analyst to support forecasting, customer portal setup, sales analytics, and administrative duties for the sales team in Atlanta, GA.

You will analyze sales trends, monitor inventory levels, forecast demand, and coordinate with operations and finance to align forecasts with inventory and financial goals. This in-office role emphasizes data accuracy, process discipline, and cross-functional collaboration across the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field preferred.
• 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.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with a detail-oriented mindset.

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.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial acumen

Communication

Multitasking

Sales analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Supply Chain

Tools

ERP systems

BI tools

Job description

Inaba Foods, a premium pet food manufacturer, seeks a Sales and Inventory Analyst to support forecasting, customer portal setup, sales analytics, and administrative duties for the sales team in Atlanta, GA.

You will analyze sales trends, monitor inventory levels, forecast demand, and coordinate with operations and finance to align forecasts with inventory and financial goals. This in-office role emphasizes data accuracy, process discipline, and cross-functional collaboration across the business.