Distribution Analyst

Tailored Brands, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

TMW Merchants LLC is seeking an experienced Inventory Analyst to enhance inventory accuracy and operational efficiency in Houston, Texas. The role involves analyzing inventory discrepancies and producing performance reports, partnering with cross-functional teams to resolve inventory issues.

Our ideal candidate will have 2+ years of relevant experience and be proficient in Microsoft Excel and inventory management systems. We encourage applicants who meet most of the requirements to apply and engage in a conversation about their fit for the role.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in inventory analysis or related operations.
• Strong analytical skills to identify trends and isolate root causes.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Analyze inventory discrepancies and identify root causes.
• Generate and maintain reports on inventory performance.
• Manage exception reporting for various inventory activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Microsoft Excel

WMS/ERP systems

Inventory control

Job description

Tailored Brands is a leading omnichannel specialty retailer of menswear, including suits, formalwear and a broad selection of business casual offerings. The company aims to help its customers love the way they look and feel for their most important moments by delivering personalized products and services through a convenient network of stores and e-commerce sites. The company’s brands include Men’s Wearhouse, Jos. A. Bank, Moores and K&G Fashion. At Tailored Brands, we value differences and know they make us better. We are always working to make our Company a more diverse, equitable and inclusive place to work.

About the Job

We are seeking a detail-oriented Inventory Analyst to support inventory accuracy, exception management, and operational efficiency across Distribution Center activities. This role is responsible for analyzing inventory discrepancies, identifying root causes, monitoring inventory health, and producing reports and dashboards that support service level performance, compliance, and overall inventory control. The Inventory Analyst partners closely with DC operations, inventory leadership, and cross‑functional teams to resolve issues, improve process execution, and strengthen inventory accuracy.

What You’ll Do | Key Accountabilities:

• Analyze inventory discrepancies and identify root causes using system data, transaction history, and physical verification
• Monitor inventory aging, bottlenecks, and exception conditions across the DC network
• Generate and maintain recurring reports, dashboards, and KPI summaries related to inventory performance
• Manage exception reporting for receipts, putaway, fulfillment, shipments, and transfer activity
• Review daily aging reports for yard inventory, unloading dock, pending ASN receipt, pending putaway, pending pick/pack, pending shipment, and hub inventory
• Support cycle count programs, including variance analysis, recount follow‑up, and adjustment validation
• Support physical inventories, reconciliations, and inventory audits to maintain data integrity and audit readiness
• Track SLA performance related to container unload, ASN receipt completion, putaway completion, pick/pack cycle time, shipment processing, and cycle count execution
• Maintain inventory records, system transactions, and data accuracy within WMS, ERP, and related inventory management systems
• Assist with inventory control procedures, stock movement analysis, and process gap identification
• Collaborate with operations, warehouse, finance, and other business partners to improve inventory processes and reduce errors
• Recommend and support process improvements that strengthen inventory control, workflow efficiency, and compliance
• Escalate recurring risks, discrepancies, and systemic process failures as needed
• Ensure compliance with company policies, inventory control procedures, and safety requirements

Skills & Experience:

• 2+ years of experience in inventory analysis, inventory control, supply chain, warehouse, distribution, or related operations
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to identify trends, isolate root causes, and make actionable recommendations
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis
• Experience using WMS, ERP, or inventory management systems
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow‑through
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced distribution environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work cross‑functionally with operations, warehouse, finance, and leadership teams
• Experience in distribution, warehouse, retail, manufacturing, or multi‑site inventory environments
• Knowledge of cycle counting, inventory reconciliation, and physical inventory processes
• Experience building reports or dashboards in Excel, or similar tools
• Understanding of inventory KPIs such as inventory accuracy, aging, dock‑to‑stock time, putaway cycle time, fulfillment rate, and SLA performance
• Experience with exception management and corrective action tracking
• Continuous improvement mindset with experience supporting process standardization and operational improvements
• Familiarity with vendor compliance, routing, or chargeback‑related reporting is a plus

Reporting – Working Relationships

Reports to the Inventory Management

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. This position operates in a Distribution Center environment and requires regular interaction with warehouse operations, inventory control teams, and leadership. The role may involve a combination of system analysis, reporting, and on‑floor observation to support issue resolution and process improvement.

Please note that you do not need to qualify for all requirements to be considered. We encourage you to apply if you can meet most of the requirements and are comfortable opening a dialog to be considered.