Mass Inventory Analyst

Goliath • Bentonville, AR

7h

About The Position

Goliath is an international manufacturer and distributor of toys and games, operating in 15 countries and reaching over 100 countries worldwide. At the heart of our business is a belief in great products and the magic of innovation. Our mission is to bring fun to every household, which we achieve through teamwork and clever collaboration. The Mass Inventory Analyst is responsible for managing forecasting, inventory planning, replenishment analysis, and reporting for key mass retail accounts, primarily Walmart and Target. This role partners closely with Sales, Purchasing, Supply Chain, and retailer inventory teams to ensure accurate forecasting, inventory flow, and business performance analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and working with data.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in inventory planning, forecasting, analytics, supply chain, sales support, or a related field preferred.
• Experience working with retail customers, inventory systems, or reporting tools is a plus.
• Experience utilizing AI tools such as Claude, ChatGPT, or similar platforms to support analysis, reporting, and productivity is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop forecast plans in partnership with Walmart and Target planners.
• Manage internal forecasts for Walmart and Target, ensuring accuracy at both the item and total business levels and alignment with retailer account strategies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with Walmart and Target Inventory Analysts and Replenishment Managers.
• Create and manage ladder plans for Walmart and Target to ensure accurate inventory flow and timely purchase order creation.
• Provide detailed forecasting and inventory reports to the Purchasing team to support domestic inventory flow planning.
• Coordinate with GFE regarding import purchase orders, forecast changes, and factory updates.
• Analyze Walmart Connect and Roundel campaign performance to help guide future marketing investments and business decisions.
• Conduct promotional performance analysis and provide recommendations to optimize results.
• Compile and analyze point-of-sale (POS) data across e-commerce and retail channels to identify trends and opportunities for future product listings and assortment expansion.
• Generate ad hoc reports, insights, and recommendations to support business objectives and evolving business needs.
• Support item setup activities during peak quoting and planning seasons.
• Prepare and analyze ad hoc Circana reporting as needed.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company matching
• Health, dental, and vision insurance to keep you covered
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts to manage your healthcare costs
• Paid time off to recharge when you need it
• Join a fun, dynamic and creative industry—working with toys and games brings its own rewards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree