Inventory Analytics Analyst

Innovate in Bengaluru

This position is based at our on-site office in Bengaluru. Lowe's offers an ultramodern work environment, complete with cutting-edge technology, collaborative workspaces, an on-site gym and clinic, and other perks to enhance your work experience. 

About Lowe’s
Lowe’s is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week in the United States. With total fiscal year 2024 sales of more than $83 billion, Lowe’s operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe’s supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com.

Lowe’s India, the Global Capability Center of Lowe’s Companies Inc., is a hub for driving our technology, business, analytics, and shared services strategy. Based in Bengaluru with over 4,500 associates, it powers innovations across omnichannel retail, AI/ML, enterprise architecture, supply chain, and customer experience. From supporting and launching homegrown solutions to fostering innovation through its Catalyze platform, Lowe’s India plays a pivotal role in transforming home improvement retail while upholding strong commitment to social impact and sustainability. For more information, visit Lowes India

About the Team

The Inventory Replenishment & Planning team ensures the right product, in the right quantity, in the right location, at the right time. It all starts with accurate sales forecasting. The Demand Planning team provides this forecast by analyzing trends and market intelligence, which guides inventory ordering and replenishment. The Inventory Replenishment team places orders based on the demand forecast adjusted for factors like safety stock, lead time, and current inventory. The Inventory Analytics team provides crucial data and insights to enhance inventory management, reduce costs, and boost profitability. They develop reports and dashboards that drive strategic decisions and foster innovation.

I.  Job Summary:

The Analyst, Inventory Analytics, develops and maintains reports, dashboards, and data assets that support the Replenishment and Demand Planning teams. The role partners with stakeholders to fulfill data requests, deliver quick-turn dashboarding and ad hoc analyses, and provide actionable business insights. The Analyst also investigates data and reporting issues, performs root-cause analysis, and ensures accurate, timely delivery while continuously improving and automating reporting solutions.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Core Responsibilities: 

Generates & Own reports and dashboards as per the established service level agreements

Performs root-cause analysis, quick data pulls to support business stakeholder requirements

Extracts data from source system, transforms it according to business rules, visualizes and leverage AI to deliver meaningful insights to stakeholders

Support regular enhancement requests for the existing dashboards.

Supports automation initiatives to streamline current reports and wider departmental processes.

Collaborates regularly with cross-functional teams, manages systems and processes

Years of Experience: 

2-5 years of experience in analytics / business intelligence, preferably in retail or supply chain.

Education Qualification & Certifications

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree in Engineering / Statistics or other relevant fields.

V.Skill Set Required

Primary Skills (Must have)

Proven ability of generating insights from raw data and visualizing it in Excel or Power BI

Ability to drill down into large data sets running into millions of rows and perform root cause analysis

Proficient in using complex SQL queries to extract, transform and load data (ETL)

Proficient in Python (NumPy & Pandas).

Proficient in GCP or other cloud environments.

Proficient in Leveraging AI to drive Meaningful Insights.

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

Ability to communicate & prioritize effectively in demanding situations

Excellent writing and communication skills, including the ability to develop analytical documents for presentation to management

Strong Understanding of Supply Chain and Replenishment Concepts. 

Secondary Skills (Good to Have)

Ability to apply core statistical concepts to generate actionable insights and solve business problems.

Lowe's is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.