Entry Level Economic Forecasting Analyst Jobs in Riverside, CA

About Samyang America

Samyang America stands as the #1 Gen Z brand, boldly shaping the future of food culture with innovative flavors, viral trends, and unforgettable brand experiences. We don’t just create food - we craft moments that spark excitement, inspire connection, and celebrate bold individuality.

Our mission is to bring daring, delicious products to the market that resonate deeply with the next generation of food lovers. From iconic spicy noodles to creative new launches, we are driven by passion, creativity, and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of taste and culture.

At Samyang America, you’ll join a dynamic team that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and a shared love for bold flavor experiences. We value fresh ideas, energetic spirit, and the courage to lead trends rather than follow them.

If you’re ready to be part of a brand that’s more than just food - a brand that moves culture and creates unforgettable moments - join our team today!

Position Summary:

The Sales Strategy & Analyst Specialist serves as a key business partner, delivering the analysis and insights that drive sales performance and profitable growth. Reporting to the Sales Strategy Manager, this role analyzes sales trends, customer performance, syndicated market data (e.g., Circana, Nielsen), and competitive dynamics, and builds the dashboards, reports, and KPIs that give the business visibility into results.

The position supports sales planning across territory alignment, quota planning, pricing, forecasting, and business reviews, partnering cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain, and Customer Service, and communicating regularly with headquarters on key initiatives. Acting as a bridge between internal stakeholders, sales managers, and retail customers, this role translates complex data into clear, actionable recommendations that improve sales velocity, optimize promotional investments, and strengthen overall commercial performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze sales performance, customer trends, and market dynamics to identify growth opportunities and deliver actionable business insights.

• Manage and analyze syndicated data (e.g. Circana, Nielsen) to evaluate category performance, market share, competitive activity, and consumer trends.

• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and KPIs that provide visibility into sales performance, pipeline health, and key business metrics.

• Support sales planning initiatives, including territory alignment, quota planning, pricing analysis, forecasting, and business reviews.

• Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain, and Customer Service to support strategic planning and data-driven decision-making.

• Communicate regularly with headquarters on key initiatives, sharing business updates, performance results, and strategic priorities to ensure alignment across regions.

• Conduct competitive analysis and market research to identify emerging trends, risks, and opportunities that support commercial growth

• Present insight and recommendations to business stakeholders, translating complex data into clear, actionable business strategies

• Prepare ad hoc analyses and executive-level reporting to support leadership decisions and strategic initiatives

• Identify opportunities to improve reporting process, data quality, and analytical tools to enhance operational efficiency

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, or a related field

• 2+ years of experience in sales operations, strategy, or analytics

• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment

Preferred:

• Familiarity with AI tools and platforms (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, or similar) to support data analysis and reporting

The base salary for this position is between $28.00 and $33.00 per hour. Actual compensation will depend on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience, and location. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation and benefits, including an annual incentive bonus, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, PTO/FTO, and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

Samyang America is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.