Inventory Analyst

Swim Recruiting; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Inventory Analyst for a 6-month contract in Vancouver. The role requires strong data analysis skills, especially in Excel, to support inventory management across various channels. Ideal candidates will have 1-2 years of relevant experience, good business acumen, and the ability to conduct independent analyses. The position offers a pay of $38 - $39/hr plus vacation pay, with a hybrid work preference of 4 days a week. Flexibility can be offered for contractors.

Benefits

4% vacation pay

Qualifications

• 1-2 years’ experience in merchandise planning, business, or data-analytic focus.
• Good business acumen, articulate, detail-oriented.
• Ability to conduct independent analyses on inventory and sales trends.

Responsibilities

• Support analysis & execution of inventory flow to optimize supply.
• Assist in system inventory parameter adjustments.
• Leverage data to optimize inventory investments.

Skills

Data analysis

Excel expertise

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

College certificate or University degree

Tools

PowerBI

Job description

Inventory Analyst

Step into a key role where your data‑centric skills and Excel expertise will support smooth inventory flow and impact decision‑making. With opportunities for hands‑on analysis and collaboration, this position offers a dynamic space to grow within retail and optimize inventory across various channels.

This is a 6‑month contract to start with chance for extension should business needs align.

Who – The Company:

Our client is a Vancouver company with global operations and an impeccable reputation. They are a people‑centric organization, known for their collaborative team culture.

What – The Role:

This position is responsible for supporting analysis & execution of inventory flow to achieve optimal deployment of inventory supply for guest demand. This role involves some data entry; a data‑centric background will do great, retail domain experience is a nice to have. There are a lot of data sets in Excel; this role involves pulling the data from Excel and a variety of other systems and doing ad‑hoc reports for the team. Teamwork and clear communication are essential, along with razor sharp attention to detail in data.

• Assists department execution of inventory flow activities through adjustment of system inventory parameters that impact replenishment and allocation of product.
• Under guidance of planner, analyzes & executes DC to DC transfers, including data entry of quantities for system loading.
• Supports team in updating a range of weekly reports and ad‑hoc business tasks.
• Leverages systems, tools, and data to optimize inventory investments by style‑colour and size across store locations, distribution centers, and e‑commerce channels.
• Supports in forecast validation, analysis/decision support under the direction of a manager or planner.

Who – The Candidate:

• College certificate or University degree is required.
• 1‑2 years’ experience in merchandise planning, business, or data‑analytic focus.
• Good business acumen, articulate, detail oriented.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel is required.
• PowerBI experience.
• Good time management and prioritization skills.
• Any inventory management / sourcing experience to understand retail math.
• Ability to conduct independent analyses on inventory and sales trends.

How much:

$38 – $39/hr + 4% vacation pay.

Where:

Vancouver, Hybrid 4 days a week is preferred; for contractors, manager can be flexible to 3 days a week minimum.

When & How To Apply:

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