Data-Driven Inventory Analyst

Apex Systems; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 48,216 - 64,747; Part time

Job summary

Everforth Apex in Charlotte, NC is seeking an Inventory Analyst focused on data analysis to optimize inventory performance, replenishment strategies, and data-driven decision making. You will analyze inventory levels, forecast demand, and collaborate with Supply Chain teams.

The role requires advanced Excel, Power BI, and ERP experience, with a track record of transforming large datasets into actionable insights. This is a contract position with 4 days onsite and 1 day remote per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Data Analytics, Operations, Logistics, Finance, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of Inventory Analysis, Supply Chain Analysis, Data Analysis, Logistics, Planning, or related disciplines.
• Strong understanding of inventory management principles, replenishment strategies, and supply chain operations.
• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle, SAP, PeopleSoft or similar).
• Advanced Excel skills: Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, advanced formulas, data modeling, VBA.

Responsibilities

• Analyze inventory levels, usage trends and replenishment data for planning decisions.
• Review forecasts to develop inventory recommendations and reorder points.
• Evaluate inventory across locations and suggest transfers or replenishment actions.
• Support VMI programs by monitoring stock levels.
• Extract and analyze large datasets from ERP systems to identify trends and opportunities.
• Develop dashboards and reports using Power BI and Excel.
• Communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

SQL basics

Data visualization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Business/Data Analytics

Tools

Power BI

Excel

ERP systems (Oracle/SAP/PeopleSoft)

VBA

SQL basics

Job description

Everforth Apex in Charlotte, NC is seeking an Inventory Analyst focused on data analysis to optimize inventory performance, replenishment strategies, and data-driven decision making. You will analyze inventory levels, forecast demand, and collaborate with Supply Chain teams.

The role requires advanced Excel, Power BI, and ERP experience, with a track record of transforming large datasets into actionable insights. This is a contract position with 4 days onsite and 1 day remote per week.