Sales Analyst - Convenience & Military Channels

Just Born, Inc. is a family‑owned candy manufacturer founded in 1923 and headquartered in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. The company produces iconic brands such as PEEPS®, MIKE AND IKE®, HOT TAMALES®, and GOLDENBERG’S® PEANUT CHEWS®, and is guided by the ideals of caring for each other, doing the right thing, and giving forward.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Sales Analyst to join the Convenience & Military Channels team. The analyst will turn data into insights that support business growth, partnering closely with sales leaders, brokers, distributors, and cross‑functional teams to uncover opportunities, improve forecasting, and translate complex data into clear business recommendations.

How You’ll Impact Results

• Sales Analytics & Business Insights

  Analyze sales, customer, distributor, broker, and market data to identify trends, opportunities, risks, and performance drivers. Translate complex data into actionable insights and recommendations that support profitable growth. Conduct business analyses that guide customer planning, promotional strategies, and channel performance improvements.

• Reporting & Performance Management

  Develop and maintain dashboards, scorecards, reports, and business recaps that provide visibility into key performance metrics. Build scalable reporting and automation solutions to improve efficiency and expand analytical support across the business. Monitor performance and communicate key trends, opportunities, and risks to sales leadership and business partners.

• Forecasting & Business Planning

  Support forecasting, demand planning, and Annual Operating Plan (AOP) activities through analysis of historical trends, customer performance, and market insights. Partner with cross‑functional teams to improve forecast accuracy, business continuity, and execution. Analyze forecast‑to‑actual results and identify opportunities to enhance planning effectiveness.

• Customer & Sales Strategy Support

  Partner with the Convenience & Military Sales team to support customer planning, business reviews, and strategic growth initiatives. Develop customer‑facing presentations and selling stories that translate business insights into compelling recommendations. Serve as the analytical voice in customer, broker, and distributor discussions by providing data‑driven insights and performance analysis.

Qualifications

• Education & Certifications

  Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, marketing, economics, data analytics, supply chain, or a related field. Relevant certifications or advanced training in analytics, forecasting, reporting, or data visualization are a plus.

• Experience

  3+ years in Consumer‑Packaged Goods (CPG), food/beverage, or a similar industry in sales analytics, business analytics, forecasting, commercial planning, or a related field. Experience developing reports, dashboards, presentations, and business insights that support decision‑making. Experience with syndicated data (Circana, NielsenIQ, or similar) and partnering with sales teams, customers, brokers, or distributors is preferred.

• Skills & Competencies

  Demonstrated curiosity and proactive approach to identifying new data sources, building partnerships, and uncovering insights. Advanced Excel and PowerPoint capabilities. Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights, recommendations, and compelling business stories. Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship‑building skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.

Benefits

• Legacy & Stability – 103+ years of iconic brands and family‑owned success.
• Inclusive Culture – A workplace where everyone belongs and can thrive.
• Competitive Compensation – Base salary, achievement awards, and generous 401(k) with company contributions.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Health, dental, vision, HSA contributions, and flexible options.
• Work/Life Balance – Paid time off and holidays from day one.
• Wellness & Growth – On‑site wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and Employee Assistance Programs.