Inventory Data Analyst
About The Position
The Inventory Data Analyst supports replenishment and inventory planning strategies across Rural King retail locations and distribution centers. The role analyzes historical sales data, vendor performance, and SKU-level trends to improve demand forecasts, reduce stockouts, and optimize inventory turnover. It develops and maintains reporting and data models for inventory decisions, supports replenishment and forecast reviews, and helps ensure inventory readiness for new stores. The position also provides professional support to internal and external contacts and demonstrates Rural King’s values of People First, Integrity, Attitude, Initiative, Teamwork, Accountability, and Continuous Improvement.
Requirements
- At least 1 year in a data-driven role or analytics experience, and a bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Supply Chain, Computer Science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
- Proficiency in SQL, Power BI, Excel, and Python for data querying, transformation, and visualization.
- Strong understanding of retail replenishment cycles, safety stock modeling, and store-level inventory dynamics.
- Familiarity with forecasting methodologies such as linear regression and time-series modeling.
- Experience with ERP systems and datasets such as Oracle, SAP, or similar.
- Effective communication skills and ability to present data-driven insights to cross-functional teams.
- High attention to detail and ability to manage and analyze large datasets accurately and efficiently.
- Comfort navigating computer systems and software to assist customers or manage activities.
- Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Analyze category-level trends to inform replenishment strategies and safety stock levels.
- Develop and maintain reports and dashboards using Power BI, Excel, and Looker to support daily inventory decisions.
- Track vendor performance, including fill rates, lead times, delivery schedules, and compliance metrics.
- Collaborate with category teams, replenishment analysts, and demand planners on forecast needs and ordering strategies.
- Build and refine data models for forecast reviews and inventory efficiency.
- Track new store performance and support inventory readiness before and after openings.
- Investigate causes of overstock, stockouts, and dead stock using data mining and trend analysis.
- Review and help define ordering policies and replenishment strategies based on safety stock, lead times, and forecast accuracy.
- Use discretion and independent judgment in daily decisions while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
- Participate in training programs, workshops, webinars, and other learning initiatives.
- Provide friendly, proactive, and professional internal and external support, responding to inquiries and issues promptly and effectively.
- Demonstrate Rural King’s values: People First, Integrity, Attitude, Initiative, Teamwork, Accountability, and Continuous Improvement.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with a 100% match on the first 3% of contributions and 50% of the next 2%.
- Healthcare plans.
- Virtual doctor visits.
- Access to Centers of Excellence with Barnes Jewish Hospital and Mayo Clinic’s Complex Care Program.
- 15% associate discount.
- Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar Program.
- Associate Assistance Program.
- RK Cares Associate Hardship Program.
- 24/7 Chaplaincy Services.
- Company-paid YMCA family memberships.
- Bonus eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
