Inventory Analytics Lead: Forecasting & Vendor Relations

Target; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Target is seeking an Inventory Analyst in Minneapolis to develop business strategies that improve product availability and profitability. You will manage and allocate inventory to stores, negotiate with top vendors, and build in-depth inventory forecasts to support decisions.

This role includes extensive training and development, with competitive pay and benefits; candidates should have a four-year degree or equivalent experience and strong analytical, forecasting, and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Four year degree or equivalent experience.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with strong analytical, forecasting, problem solving, and detail orientation.
• A performance driven individual who demonstrates strong initiative and has superior leadership skills.
• Ability to manage large sets and interpret data.
• Demonstrated planning, organization, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Comfortable with ambiguity.

Responsibilities

• Develop business strategies to drive availability and profitable sales.
• Manage and allocate inventory to stores, negotiating with the largest vendors.
• Formulate in-depth inventory forecasts to support decisions.
• Build strong business relationships with key vendors in the industry.

Skills

Analytical skills

Forecasting

Problem solving

Detail orientation

Leadership

Communication

Data interpretation

Education

Four year degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Target is seeking an Inventory Analyst in Minneapolis to develop business strategies that improve product availability and profitability. You will manage and allocate inventory to stores, negotiate with top vendors, and build in-depth inventory forecasts to support decisions.

This role includes extensive training and development, with competitive pay and benefits; candidates should have a four-year degree or equivalent experience and strong analytical, forecasting, and leadership skills.