The North Face: Associate Inventory Analyst (Americas)

The North Face•Denver, CO

About The Position

The Associate Inventory Analyst will play a crucial role in supporting the Planning team by analyzing and optimizing inventory for The North Face (TNF) in the Americas region. Their efforts will directly impact the efficiency and effectiveness of inventory management processes, ensuring that business objectives are met and exceptional value is delivered to customers.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Buying, or Merchandising, Finance, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2+ years of experience in Consultancy, Planning, Finance, or Buying.
Proficient in Excel and willing to learn ERP systems (SAP, BOBJ, POWERBI etc.).
Strong interpersonal communication, influence, and problem-solving ability.
Comfortable in a self-starter environment.
Ability to work in an open environment with cross-functional partners.
Computer proficiency, including specific job-required applications.
Able to manage responsibilities & tasks without direction.
Must be flexible and adaptive to change.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive inventory planning and forecasting for TNF AMER, ensuring alignment with business objectives by leveraging data analytics and market insights to develop accurate forecasts.
Optimize capital allocation by managing inventory across multiple channels, ensuring the highest return on stock owned.
Manage stock transfers across distribution centers (DCs) proactively to meet demand efficiently, reduce stockouts, and improve customer satisfaction.
Analyze excess and distressed inventory, driving timely actions to mitigate risks and optimize inventory flow.
Identify trends and root causes of excess inventory and implement strategies to minimize it and maximize recovery value.