Container & Product Flow Analyst

Arhaus Recruiting•Boston Heights, OH

About The Position

The Container & Product Flow Analyst plays a key role in optimizing the movement of merchandise across our warehouse network. This position is responsible for analyzing inbound and inter-facility product flow, developing data-driven plans, and delivering actionable insights that support operational efficiency and inventory balance. This role partners closely with all supply chain cross-functional teams to ensure accurate planning, proactive issue identification, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical capabilities, advanced Excel skills, and experience with business intelligence tools (e.g., Qlik) with a practical, solutions-oriented mindset.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Statistics, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field
1–3 years of experience in Logistics, Supply Chain, or Warehouse Operations
Strong proficiency in Excel including formulas, pivot tables, lookups, and data modeling
Demonstrated ability to analyze data and translate findings into actionable recommendations
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Detail-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset

Nice To Haves

Experience with business intelligence and reporting tools such as Qlik preferred

Responsibilities

Build, maintain, and enhance reports, models, and dashboards to improve visibility and support operational decision-making.
Validate Advance Shipment Notifications (ASNs) and collaborate with internal teams to resolve discrepancies impacting receiving and inventory accuracy.
Develop and manage daily receiving plans for containers and trailers across warehouse locations, considering product mix, labor capacity, dock availability, and business priorities.
Coordinate inbound flow schedules to support efficient unloading, put away, and inventory availability.
Analyze inventory assortment and stock levels by location and recommend balancing transfers to optimize inventory positioning across the network.
Monitor inbound shipment flow and identify potential bottlenecks related to receiving, storage, labor, or product movement.
Proactively communicate operational risks, delays, and capacity concerns along with actionable recommendations and contingency plans.
Partner cross-functionally with warehouse operations, transportation, inventory control, planning, and merchandising teams to improve overall product flow efficiency.
Utilize Excel, Qlik, and other reporting tools to analyze operational performance and provide data-driven insights.
Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory flow, receiving efficiency, and process standardization.
Ensure data accuracy and integrity across reporting systems and operational planning tools.
Assist with ad hoc reporting, analysis, and special projects as assigned.