Position: Sales Analyst
Location: Remote (Global) | EST Time
Employment Type: Full-Time
Type of contract: Independent contractor
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We’re looking for a Sales Analyst to join our fast-growing food brand and help turn data into insights that drive strategic sales decisions. This role works cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Operations to analyze performance, uncover growth opportunities, and strengthen go-to-market execution across all channels.
The ideal candidate is a data-driven problem solver who thrives in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment and can transform complex numbers into clear, actionable business stories.
Analyze sales performance, distribution, and trade spend to identify trends and growth opportunities.
Develop and maintain sales dashboards, reports, and KPIs to support business planning and forecasting.
Pull and interpret syndicated data (IRI, Nielsen, SPINS, 84.51°) to assess category dynamics and brand performance.
Partner with sales leadership to create sell-in materials and retail presentations that highlight key insights and ROI.
Support annual planning, sales forecasting, and demand planning initiatives.
Track promotional performance, pricing, and competitor activity to inform strategic decisions.
Collaborate with Finance to evaluate trade spend effectiveness and ROI.
Provide data-driven projections for new item launches and track performance post-launch.
Build strong internal partnerships and serve as the go-to expert for sales data and insights.
2–4 years of experience in sales analytics, category management, or a related role within CPG (food or beverage preferred).
Strong proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.).
Hands-on experience with syndicated data sources such as IRI, Nielsen, or SPINS.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the skill to distill complex data into actionable insights.
Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Proactive and collaborative, thriving in a fast-paced, growth-stage environment.
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