Analyst, Technical Inventory Control

Carnival • Miami, FL

68d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Technical Inventory Control Analyst is responsible for providing analytical support driving benchmarking, metrics, continuous improvement, and change management initiatives across technical inventory work-streams. This role involves assisting in the collection of data and analysis of vessel's inventory accuracy, controls, reporting as well as process improvements for data recording/collection methods and standardization of inventory processes. The Technical Inventory Control Analyst will work closely with shoreside and shipboard Technical and Deck / Maritime Operations collaborating with the Demand Planning, Inventory Control, and Procurement shoreside teams. The ideal candidate will be able to proactively engage with cross-functional teams, strong attention to detail, strategic thinking and able to work in an agile and complex organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required, preferred field of Data Analytics / Data Engineering.
• 3+ Years experience in inventory controls and data analysis.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Postgraduate degree in Data Engineering / Data Analytics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Expert level knowledge of Excel, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, and Tableau/Power BI.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English.
• Working understanding of Data Warehouse, data virtualization, and data visualization.
• Working knowledge of AMOS or similar WMS/ERP.
• Understanding of Inventory Controls and difference between Inventory Control and Inventory Management.
• Understanding of Stata/R or MATLAB.
• Experience with inventory management systems and data analysis.
• Proven track record of process improvement and change management initiatives.
• Experience working in a complex, fast-paced environment with cross-functional teams.
• Able to multi-task with an understanding of project priorities.
• Capable of working with multiple large data sets from various sources simultaneously and cleanse dirty data.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical support for the shipboard teams associated to inventory accuracy, controls, and reporting.
• Assist in the creation of SOPs, and process flows.
• Assist with reviewing/updating system entered data.
• Ensure the vessels record keeping and ordering process is completed accurately working in collaboration with shoreside Demand Planning and Supply Planning.
• Assist with process flow and reporting documents.
• Assist in flagging critical spares for each vessel.
• Drive process improvements for data recording/collection methods and standardization of inventory processes.
• Assist in creating, maintaining, and providing continuous improvement plan for vessel Corrective Actions for data inaccuracies, inventory control gaps, and non-compliance issues.
• Work closely with shoreside and shipboard Technical and Deck / Maritime Operations, collaborating with the Demand Planning, Inventory Control, and Procurement shoreside teams.
• Provide analytical support for key strategic and corporate initiatives (MAST, Demand Planning, Supply Planning).
• Provide analytical support for development of business cases for new technologies, systems and programs to drive maintenance and inventory improvement initiatives.
• Provide analytical support driving benchmarking, metrics, continuous improvement, reporting and change management initiatives.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of Power BI dashboards & reports/policies/SOPs.
• Gather and share metrics, KPIs, corrective action data, and lessons learned through routine engagement and follow-ups with vessels and shoreside SMEs.
• Routinely review defined parameters, acceptance ranges, and thresholds to ensure metrics and KPIs remain relevant to stakeholders.
• Perform quality assurance of inventory reports made by crew identifying gaps to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Anticipate supply chain disruptions, recognize anomalies in consumption or stock levels, and address issues before they escalate into operational delays or audit findings.

Benefits

• Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans.
• Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources.
• Company paid term life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan that includes a company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase plan.
• Paid Time Off including 8 company-wide holidays and 2 additional floating holidays.
• Vacation Time starting with 14 days/year for full-time employees at the manager and below level.
• 80 hours of sick time each year for full-time employees.
• Complementary stand-by cruises, employee discounts on confirmed cruises, plus special rates for family and friends.
• Personal and professional learning and development resources including tuition reimbursement.
• On-site Fitness center at our Miami campus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Water Transportation
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees