Sales Operations & Forecasting Analyst

INABA FOODS (USA), INC.; Los Angeles, California (CA, MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Inaba Foods (USA), INC. is seeking a Sales and Inventory Analyst to strengthen sales operations through precise forecasting, customer portal setup, and data-driven analysis. The role emphasizes collaboration with sales, operations, and finance to optimize forecasting, inventory, and profitability.

The in-office position is based in Torrance, CA, requiring hands-on participation and a strong grasp of the CPG retail landscape to improve financial accuracy and overall business performance.

Qualifications

• Requires a 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/retail environment.
• Strong analytical and financial skills with inventory dynamics.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data modeling); ERP and BI tools a plus.

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 trends to minimize impact.
• Create and maintain accurate sales and product performance reports using Excel and other software.

Skills

Forecasting

Analytics

Sales operations

Inventory management

Excel

ERP systems

BI tools

Customer portals

Communication

Organization

Education

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

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

BI tools

Job description

Inaba Foods (USA), INC. is seeking a Sales and Inventory Analyst to strengthen sales operations through precise forecasting, customer portal setup, and data-driven analysis. The role emphasizes collaboration with sales, operations, and finance to optimize forecasting, inventory, and profitability.

The in-office position is based in Torrance, CA, requiring hands-on participation and a strong grasp of the CPG retail landscape to improve financial accuracy and overall business performance.