Inventory Analyst

Job Summary

• Analyze inventory data to identify trends, forecast demand, and optimize stock levels across various locations.
• Develop and implement inventory management strategies to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with procurement, logistics, and sales teams to ensure timely product availability and resolve supply chain issues.
• Apply data visualization and interpretation techniques to present complex inventory insights to partners.
• Contribute to financial reporting related to inventory valuation, obsolescence, and write-offs.
• Apply Agility core practices to adapt to changing business needs and improve inventory processes.
• Identify and mitigate inventory-related risks, implementing effective risk management strategies.
• Communicate optimally with internal and external partners to ensure smooth inventory operations.
• Champion sustainability awareness and practices within inventory management, seeking opportunities for eco-friendly solutions.
• Proactively find opportunities for creativity and innovation in inventory processes and solutions.
• Support credit management activities related to inventory and product availability.
• Demonstrate strong commercial competence in all inventory decisions, considering financial impacts and business goals.
• Influence collaborators through clear data-driven presentations and effective communication.
• Actively participate in managing change initiatives related to inventory systems and procedures.
  

Job Qualifications

• Proven experience in inventory analysis, supply chain management, or a related analytical role.
• Strong analytical thinking skills with the ability to interpret complex data and draw actionable conclusions.
• Proficiency in data visualization and interpretation tools and techniques.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and communicating skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and influence collaborators.
• Experience with Agility core practices or similar agile methodologies.
• Understanding of financial reporting principles and their application to inventory management.
• Knowledge of risk management principles, particularly within a supply chain context.
• Commercial savvy with a strong understanding of business drivers and financial impacts.
• Ability to think creatively and innovatively to solve complex inventory challenges.
• Familiarity with credit management processes is a plus.
• Customer-centric thinking with a focus on meeting internal and external customer needs.
• Awareness of sustainability principles and a dedication to incorporating them into inventory practices.
• Consistent track record to lead change and adapt to evolving business environments.
  

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