Sales Forecasting Analyst

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. Perform data mining, trend analysis, statistical analysis, and business forecasting .

Posted 10/17/2026full-timeGrand Rapids • Michigan • United StatesJunior💰 $67,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in data mining, statistical analysis, and business forecasting to drive data-driven decision-making. Proficient in developing automated reporting solutions and maintaining data integrity across commercial databases.

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Data MiningStatistical AnalysisBusiness ForecastingAdvanced Excel ProficiencySQL

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisProcess ImprovementBusiness Process DocumentationCapacity AssessmentTrend AnalysisForecastingAutomation ImplementationKPI ReportingDashboard DevelopmentMarket Analysis

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationProblem-SolvingLeadership

Tools & Technologies

Power BIPower QueryVBAMacrosBusiness Intelligence ToolsData Management Tools

Industry Keywords

Automotive Industry ExperienceSupply ChainBusiness AdministrationSales SupportData Governance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQLVBA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform data mining, trend analysis, statistical analysis, and business forecasting
Translate complex data into actionable business recommendations
Support leadership decision-making through data-driven insights
Assist with forecasting, budgeting, planning, and capacity assessments
Conduct business, customer, tariff, and market-related analysis
Analyze existing business processes and identify opportunities for simplification, automation, and efficiency gains
Design, document, implement, and maintain standardized business processes across commercial functions
Lead continuous improvement initiatives from concept through rollout
Partner with Sales, Finance, Program Management, Engineering, Capacity Management, Purchasing, and IT to improve workflows and data accuracy
Create process documentation, training materials, and standard operating procedures
Drive adoption of new processes and tools across the organization
Manage and maintain large datasets supporting sales forecasting, customer demand, pricing, tariffs, market intelligence, and strategic planning
Develop and maintain dashboards, KPI reporting, and executive-level presentations
Identify opportunities to reduce manual work through automation
Develop tools using advanced Excel, Power Query, Power BI, SQL, Python, VBA/macros, and other business applications
Collaborate with IT to implement scalable business system solutions
Create automated reporting solutions and data management tools
Improve data integrity and governance across commercial databases
Support special projects and strategic initiatives for commercial leadership
Serve as a trusted resource for complex operational and analytical challenges
Perform other duties as assigned by Management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must work onsite; no relocation offered
Must be legally authorized to work without requiring current or future sponsorship
Bachelor's degree required in Business, Data Analytics, Information Systems, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Education, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field
1–3 years of experience in analytics, operations, process improvement, process coordination, business administration, supply chain, sales support, or related business functions
Equivalent combinations of education, technical training, internships, co-op experience, and demonstrated analytical capabilities will be considered
Experience working with data, reporting, process improvement, or systems administration preferred
Automotive industry experience is a plus but not required
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, Pivot Tables, Power Query, and data analysis tools
Experience working with large datasets and maintaining data accuracy
Ability to learn and utilize business intelligence and reporting tools
Familiarity with SQL, Python, Power BI, VBA, macros, or other automation tools preferred
Ability to identify opportunities for automation and implement practical solutions