Inventory Analyst

Location: Calgary, AB

Pay Rate: $32–$33/hour

Employment Type: Full-Time Contract

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Inventory Planning Analyst to support inventory optimization and supply chain operations across national distribution channels. This role will be responsible for analyzing inventory levels, forecasting demand, developing replenishment plans, and ensuring product availability while minimizing excess inventory and stock shortages.

The successful candidate will work closely with Supply Chain, Procurement, Warehousing, Logistics, Operations, IT, and third-party logistics (3PL) partners to improve inventory performance, streamline processes, and support operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute inventory, supply, and replenishment plans to ensure optimal inventory availability and meet customer demand.
• Monitor inventory levels across distribution centres, regional facilities, retail locations, and other fulfillment channels, identifying potential shortages, excess stock, and stockout risks.
• Analyze demand trends, inventory consumption, forecasting data, and supply constraints to support inventory planning and replenishment decisions.
• Coordinate with third-party logistics (3PL) providers to align inventory supply with national operational requirements.
• Support production planning by aligning production output with channel-level demand and inventory requirements.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, system gaps, and process issues in collaboration with IT and ERP teams.
• Develop and maintain inventory reports, dashboards, and forecasts, providing data-driven insights and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, Warehousing, Logistics, and Operations teams to improve inventory management processes.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, inventory optimization, and operational efficiency.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations Management, Analytics, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in supply chain, inventory management, demand planning, supply planning, or materials management.
• Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with BI tools such as Power BI or Alteryx.
• Experience developing inventory reports, dashboards, forecasts, and analytical recommendations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

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