Sales Forecasting Analyst

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate sales forecasts by analyzing historical data, point-of-sale trends, and market dynamics.
• Conduct analytics to evaluate performance across products and retailers and translate insights into actionable strategies.
• Monitor forecast accuracy, identify root causes of variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Support promotional planning, including product launches and seasonal sales surges.
• Collaborate with supply chain, finance, and sales teams to align forecasts with production and demand planning.
• Stay current on industry trends and translate insights into impact.
• Leverage AI tools (e.g., LLMs, automation workflows) to enhance analytical efficiency and uncover deeper insights.
• Support sales representatives to build strong collaborative relationships with external retail merchant teams.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of retail industry best practices; an international focus is preferred.
• Extensive experience with data visualization software; experience in Omni analytics platform preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (including lookups, PivotTables, conditionals, data analysis).
• Proficiency in PowerPoint.
• Experience with Python and/or SQL preferred.
• Demonstrated self-motivation, commitment, positivity, and integrity.
• Strong ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Data Science/Analytics, Economics, Statistics, or a related field.
• 3+ years of retail business analyst experience; international account experience preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care
• 401k package with employer matching
• Paid Time Off
• Maternity/Paternity leave
• Full indoor basketball/volleyball court
• Fully equipped fitness center (cardio, weights, functional fitness area, lockers and showers, etc.)
• Yoga studio
• Meditation/Nap room