Inventory Analyst

About the Role

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Inventory Analyst to support inventory optimization, supply chain visibility, and data-driven decision making across the business.

This role combines inventory management, forecasting, reporting, and process automation. The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing inventory performance, identifying improvement opportunities, supporting planning activities, and developing reporting tools that enable operational excellence.

The ideal candidate is passionate about data, process improvement, automation, and supply chain optimization.

Key Responsibilities

Inventory Analysis & Optimization

• Monitor and analyze inventory levels across the organization.
• Identify inventory deviations, shortages, excess stock, and optimization opportunities.
• Support inventory health initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
• Develop recommendations to improve inventory performance and working capital efficiency.

Forecasting & Planning Support

• Support demand forecasting and inventory planning activities.
• Analyze consumption trends, inventory movements, and business requirements.
• Assist in budget and forecast preparation related to inventory management.
• Partner with stakeholders to improve inventory accuracy and planning effectiveness.

Data Analytics & Reporting

• Develop and maintain inventory dashboards, reports, and KPI tracking tools.
• Analyze large datasets to provide business insights and support decision making.
• Build meaningful visualizations and performance indicators for management teams.
• Support inventory and supply chain reporting activities.

Procurement & Order Management Support

• Create, manage, and coordinate purchase orders.
• Follow up on purchase order prioritization and fulfillment.
• Communicate order status to internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate with internal customers, suppliers, affiliates, and external vendors.

Automation & Digitalization

• Identify opportunities to automate reporting and inventory management processes.
• Develop solutions using:
• Power BI
• Power Automate
• Copilot
• KNIME
• Other analytical and automation tools
• Support digital transformation initiatives within Supply Chain and Operations.

Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in: Industrial Engineering, International Business, Foreign Trade, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Analytics, or related disciplines

Professional Experience

• Experience in inventory analysis and inventory management.
• Experience working with supply chain, logistics, planning, procurement, or operations teams.
• Experience supporting forecasting, inventory planning, or budget activities.
• Experience analyzing large datasets and generating actionable business insights.

Technical Skills

Required

• Advanced Microsoft Excel:
• Pivot Tables
• Advanced Formulas
• Large Databases
• Data Analysis
• Macros
• Power BI (Intermediate to Advanced).
• Data analysis and reporting.
• Forecasting and inventory planning concepts.
• KPI development and monitoring.

Highly Desired

• Power Automate.
• KNIME.
• Microsoft Copilot and AI-assisted productivity tools.
• Process automation experience.
• SAP or other ERP systems.
• Inventory, purchasing, and supply chain analytics.

Competencies

• Strong analytical mindset.
• Attention to detail.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Process improvement orientation.
• Data-driven decision making.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proactive attitude and continuous improvement mindset.

Language Requirements

• Advanced English (written and spoken).

Work Model

• Hybrid work model.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe diversity of thought, background, and experience strengthens our teams and drives innovation.