Inventory Analyst

RaceTrac; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

RaceTrac is seeking an Inventory Analyst to support the planning and controlling of inventory activities. Your role includes conducting daily analysis, providing logistics recommendations, and ensuring adherence to inventory levels.

The ideal candidate will have a BA/BS in a related field, 1–2 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in analytics tools. This position offers opportunities to collaborate across departments to enhance the company's inventory strategy.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in consumer product forecasting, demand planning, or supply chain.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Power BI; experience with SQL preferred.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily analysis of inventory positions to ensure balance across distribution centers.
• Provide recommendations on PO balancing, inventory status, and logistics.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure high service levels to stores and guests.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

BA/BS in Business, Supply Chain, Statistics, Engineering, Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Power BI

SQL

Job description

Company Overview

RaceTrac is a convenience‑store company whose Inventory Analyst role supports the controlling, planning, and evaluating of all inventory activities. The analyst utilizes industry best practices to manage the inventory lifecycle for the entire fleet, maximizing profitability and capital management in line with the company’s inventory strategy.

Inventory Analyst

The Inventory Analyst is responsible for supporting the controlling, planning, and evaluating of all inventory activities as it pertains to industry best practices in inventory management. This individual will be knowledgeable in the various applications utilized by the merchandising department to assist in driving growth at the stores.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily analysis of inventory positions to ensure inventory is balanced across distribution centers, considering store demand levels, upcoming forecast events, and limited‑time offers.
• Provide recommendations to internal and external logistics teams regarding PO balancing, inventory status, and other notable takeaways.
• Ensure all distribution centers adhere to RaceTrac’s requested inventory levels and can fulfill all store orders, delivering a high level of service to stores and guests.
• Proactively consult internal and external logistics teams to verify timely and accurate deliveries.
• Facilitate communication to Operations teams on any high‑impact inventory concerns and projects that directly impact store operations.
• Utilize analytics tools to develop new reports, dashboards, and any additional ad‑hoc requests.
• Propose and implement solutions to improve RaceTrac’s inventory strategy and positions.
• Support the demand‑planning team in all ordering activities, including the development of replenishment strategies, allocation plans, and inventory‑holding settings for new items, limited‑time offers, and promotions.
• Collaborate on merchandising‑solutions related projects across departments—including Information Systems, Space Planning, Supply Chain, and Operations—to ensure the right system requirements are gathered and proper design of applications is implemented.
• Provide outstanding internal customer service to Operations and Category Management teams.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Business, Supply Chain, Statistics, Engineering, Finance, or a related field (preferred).
• 1–2 years of experience in consumer product forecasting, demand planning, or supply chain.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Power BI; experience with SQL preferred.
• Detail‑oriented, organized, and strong follow‑through and communication skills.
• A problem solver who is comfortable taking initiative.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RaceTrac without regard to their race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.