Sales Analyst

At Okuma America Corporation, we are committed to helping manufacturers succeed through industry-leading CNC technology, data-driven decision-making, and strong customer partnerships. As a Sales Analyst, you will transform data into actionable business insights that support strategic planning, sales performance, and business growth.

This role partners closely with Sales, Marketing, and Executive Leadership to analyze performance trends, develop reporting tools, and identify opportunities that drive results. The ideal candidate enjoys working with data, uncovering insights, building dashboards, and helping teams make informed business decisions.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Analyze sales performance, distributor activity, inventory trends, and market data to identify opportunities and provide actionable business insights.
• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and data visualizations that support strategic decision-making across the organization.
• Monitor sales performance, territory activity, distributor inventory, and key business metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Partner with Sales, Marketing, and Leadership teams to support forecasting, business reviews, and growth initiatives.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity across reporting platforms while continuously improving reporting processes and business intelligence capabilities.

Qualifications & Experience

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, Analytics, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in sales analytics, business intelligence, marketing analytics, financial analysis, or a related analytical role.
• Experience analyzing large datasets and translating findings into meaningful business recommendations.
• Experience supporting business reporting, performance management, or operational analysis.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Technical Expertise

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, reporting, and visualization techniques.
• Experience with reporting and business intelligence tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to interpret complex data and communicate insights to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Experience preparing reports, presentations, and executive-level summaries.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Experience working with CRM and/or ERP systems.
• Experience supporting sales operations, territory management, forecasting, or market analysis.
• Knowledge of data visualization best practices and dashboard development.
• Experience working in manufacturing, industrial, distribution, or technology-driven organizations.
• Self-starter with the ability to identify opportunities and drive process improvements.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

The Okuma Difference

For more than a century, Okuma has been a global leader in CNC machine tool technology. We continuously invest in innovation, employee development, and customer success, creating an environment where employees can make a measurable impact on the future of manufacturing.

At Okuma, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Influence business decisions through meaningful data and analysis.
• Collaborate with leaders across Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Operations.
• Help shape strategies that drive growth and improve customer success.
• Participate in continuous learning and professional development.
• Work in a collaborative environment built on innovation, excellence, and teamwork.
• Support a company recognized worldwide for quality, technology, and customer partnership.

Supporting Your Success

At Okuma, we invest in our employees' success through a comprehensive rewards package that includes competitive compensation, bonus opportunities, a pension plan, 401(k), medical, dental and vision coverage, company-paid disability insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), wellness programs, gym membership reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, and flexible scheduling opportunities where applicable.

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

Okuma America Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable law.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the application process and perform the essential functions of the position.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications required. Responsibilities may change based on business needs.