Financial Planning and Analysis: Forecasting Analyst

The Role

We are seeking an FP&A Forecasting Analyst to lead SKU-level forecasting and provide insights into overall sales performance across multiple brands. This role is critical in analyzing demand trends, procurement needs, and sales data to improve supply chain efficiency and financial planning accuracy.

You will work closely with Data, Procurement, Sales, and Operations teams to develop forward-looking forecasts across a large portfolio of brands and SKUs. Your analysis will directly influence purchasing decisions, inventory management, and strategic business planning.

The ideal candidate is highly analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with large datasets, with a strong interest in financial analysis and demand forecasting.

Key Responsibilities

Forecasting & Performance Analysis

• Develop and manage detailed SKU-level sales forecasts across multiple markets
• Collaborate with Brand, Procurement, and Sales teams to refine forecast assumptions, including promotions and pricing
• Build automated reports and dashboards to track forecast accuracy and identify variance drivers
• Analyze seasonality, product life cycles, and purchasing trends to improve demand planning
• Support monthly and quarterly forecasting cycles for leadership and budget alignment

Procurement & Production Planning

• Partner with Procurement to determine production and inventory requirements
• Translate sales trends, purchase orders, and demand signals into actionable procurement insights
• Identify risks such as stock shortages, excess inventory, or misaligned supply through ongoing analysis

KPI Tracking & Business Insights

• Develop and maintain KPI frameworks to monitor brand and SKU performance
• Work with Data and Finance teams to build reporting tools for revenue, volume, and margin analysis
• Present topline performance insights across brands, categories, and regions, highlighting risks and opportunities
• Support ad hoc financial analyses and strategic initiatives related to growth and revenue planning



Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in FP&A, forecasting, demand planning, data analytics, or financial modeling (CPG, retail, or cannabis experience is a plus)
• Strong proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets, SQL, and BI tools such as Looker, Tableau, or Power BI
• Solid understanding of forecasting methods, time-series analysis, and variance reporting
• Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills
• Experience working cross-functionally in fast-paced environments
• Strong business acumen and ability to interpret drivers of revenue and operational performance