Hybrid Operations Analyst: Data & Inventory Insights

ADP; Carlsbad (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

REEF Lifestyle LLC in Carlsbad, CA, is seeking an Operations Analyst to support product planning, inventory management, reporting, and operational execution. The role emphasizes data accuracy, PO activity, sample coordination, and analytical insights.

You will work in a hybrid schedule (3 days in office, 2 days remote), perform data validation, PLM updates, PO creation, and vendor scorecard reporting while driving process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, Analytics, or related field.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, data validation, and complex formulas.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly and out-of-season purchasing activities to ensure product availability and inventory management.
• Perform master data validation and quality assurance checks to ensure accurate data management and seamless buy execution.
• Conduct MCQ audits and maintain accurate product information through PLM updates.
• Create and manage purchase orders while ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal processes.
• Coordinate and track sample procurement, including Seasonal Salesman samples, First production samples, Off-cycle sample requests, TOP samples for US direct ship customers.
• Manage vendor scorecard reporting and assist with supplier performance reviews.
• Support monthly business cadence activities and Quarterly Business Review (QBR) preparation.
• Generate ad hoc analyses and reporting to support cross-functional business needs.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, data quality, and operational efficiency.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely execution of business priorities.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Pivot Tables

XLOOKUP

Data validation

Complex formulas

Data analysis and reporting

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Supply Chain/Operations/Finance/Analytics

Tools

PLM

Job description

REEF Lifestyle LLC in Carlsbad, CA, is seeking an Operations Analyst to support product planning, inventory management, reporting, and operational execution. The role emphasizes data accuracy, PO activity, sample coordination, and analytical insights.

You will work in a hybrid schedule (3 days in office, 2 days remote), perform data validation, PLM updates, PO creation, and vendor scorecard reporting while driving process improvements.