Are you looking for an opportunity where your analysis directly influences business decisions, sales strategy, and operational performance? This Sales & Inventory Analyst position offers the chance to join a leading premium pet food manufacturer that combines the stability of a well-established global organization with the excitement and career growth of a rapidly expanding brand.
This highly visible role partners closely with Sales, Operations, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to improve forecasting accuracy, optimize inventory levels, and provide insights that drive profitability and growth.
What You'll Gain
Competitive compensation plus bonus opportunity
Comprehensive benefits package, including partially company-covered insurance
Long-term stability with a global organization
Exposure to multiple business functions and leadership teams
Opportunity to influence key business decisions
Career growth within a fast-growing organization
Key Responsibilities
Sales Forecasting & Inventory Analysis
Partner with sales teams to gather, validate, and consolidate customer forecasts
Analyze sales trends, inventory levels, and demand patterns to support replenishment planning
Monitor customer deductions and chargebacks, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement
Create reports and analytics that support forecasting accuracy and inventory optimization
Customer Portal & Account Management
Set up and maintain customer portals and retailer systems
Support onboarding of new customer accounts and ensure required documentation is completed
Maintain accurate customer and product information across systems
Business & Financial Analysis
Analyze sales performance, inventory trends, and promotional effectiveness
Provide insights that improve profitability and operational efficiency
Collaborate with Finance and Operations to align forecasts with business objectives
Evaluate the financial impact of sales strategies and customer programs
Reporting & Data Management
Develop and distribute KPI dashboards, sales reports, and product performance analyses
Ensure data accuracy across reporting platforms and internal systems
Utilize advanced Excel and reporting tools to support strategic decision-making
Sales Team Support
Assist with order tracking, reporting, documentation, and administrative support
Serve as a liaison between Sales, Operations, Finance, and Logistics teams
Help improve processes that drive efficiency and customer satisfaction
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field required
3-5 years of experience in sales operations, forecasting, inventory planning, demand planning, or analytics
Experience within CPG, consumer products, food & beverage, retail, pet food, or related industries preferred
Strong understanding of inventory management and forecasting concepts
Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, and data analysis
Experience with ERP systems and BI/reporting tools is a plus
Familiarity with retailer customer portals and compliance systems preferred
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Self-motivated with strong attention to detail and business acumen
For more information or immediate consideration, contact Serena Rupert at serena.rupert@gogpac.com.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
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