Inventory Analyst

Advanced Fresh Concepts Franchise Corporation; East Compton (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay Package

Annual Bonus Opportunity

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Employee Referral Bonus

Friendly work culture

Job summary

Advanced Fresh Concepts Franchise Corporation is looking for an Inventory Analyst to manage end-to-end inventory operations and support planning and reporting across the distribution network. You will collaborate with suppliers, transportation, and internal teams to maintain inventory accuracy.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in supply chain analytics, strong Excel skills, and excellent communication abilities. Join a culture that values collaboration and continuous growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in inventory, demand planning, or supply chain analytics.
• 3-7 years of experience in inventory management, supply chain, logistics, or distribution operations.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Analyze inventory data to identify trends, gaps, risks, and opportunities.
• Manage purchase orders and vendor communications.
• Coordinate inventory flow with supply chain partners.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Strong Excel skills

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations or related field

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP)

Job description

We are thrilled to advertise the Inventory Analyst position for the Wonderfield Distribution (AFCDC)!

Business Overview

The Wonderfield Group is owned by Zensho Holdings, the leading food service company in Japan with a market capitalization of over $5.5billion and whose aim is to become the world’s largest food company, a position from which we can eradicate hunger and poverty from around the globe. Wonderfield operates restaurants, factories, and thousands of sushi kiosks and has recently built a successful cut fruit business, Snowfruit. Wonderfield enjoys annual sales of over $2.5billion and EBITDA in excess of $140m a year with an ambitious growth trajectory.

About the Role

The Inventory Analyst will be responsible for end-to-end inventory analysis and inventory operations across the distribution network. This role will support inventory planning, purchase order management, sales order coordination, inventory reporting, and cross-functional execution with suppliers, transportation providers, 3PLs, warehouses, and internal supply chain teams.

The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, highly organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced distribution environment with large data sets and operational execution responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze inventory data to identify trends, gaps, risks, and opportunities for optimization
• Maintain accurate inventory records across systems and support cycle counts and reconciliations
• Manage purchase orders, sales orders, and inventory-related vendor communication
• Coordinate with transportation teams, 3PLs, warehouses, and supply chain partners to support inventory flow and replenishment
• Build and manage FTL and LTL shipment planning related to inventory movement
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Planning, Operations, and Warehouse teams to maintain appropriate inventory levels
• Prepare and present inventory KPIs and reports, including inventory turns, fill rates, stockouts, aging inventory, and runout analysis
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions
• Support forecasting activities and safety stock planning
• Monitor supplier lead times and inventory depletion risks
• Assist with implementation of inventory management tools, reporting enhancements, and process improvements
• Partner with IT and Operations teams to improve system accuracy and workflow efficiency
• Support distributor and inventory transitions across multiple distribution centers and business units
• Other tasks as assigned by management

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field 5+ years of experience in inventory, demand planning, or supply chain analytics
• 3–7 years of experience in inventory management, supply chain, logistics, or distribution operations
• Strong Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, BC)
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Inventory analysis and replenishment
• Forecasting and safety stock planning
• Purchase order and sales order management
• ERP and inventory systems
• Inventory reporting and KPI analysis
• Cross-functional coordination
• Transportation and distribution support
• Process improvement and operational execution

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times

Compensation & Benefits

We don’t just serve fresh sushi; we serve fresh opportunities!

Here’s a taste of what you can expect:

• Competitive Pay Package (see salary range listed)
• Annual Bonus Opportunity (Discretionary)
• Competitive Health & Wellness Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance -100% covered by AFC for employee only coverage)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays including a Floating Holiday to celebrate your birthday
• Special Employee Anniversary Milestone Gift
• Other Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus
• A friendly & positive work culture which inspires collaboration, recognizes accomplishments, and fosters continuous growth, creating not just a workplace, but a community where people truly thrive.