Inventory Specialist

Veterinary United; Clinton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking an Inventory Analyst to enhance their inventory operations across multiple clinics. This pivotal role involves analyzing data from various systems to ensure the accuracy and availability of veterinary supplies. The ideal candidate will possess advanced Excel skills and be adept at synthesizing data for diverse stakeholders. Join a dynamic team where your analytical abilities will directly impact the financial health and operational efficiency of veterinary practices. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for improving inventory management, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in inventory analysis in a healthcare setting.
• Strong understanding of inventory processes and data reporting.

Responsibilities

• Analyze inventory data from various veterinary management systems.
• Develop Excel-based reports to monitor inventory usage and costs.

Skills

Advanced Excel proficiency

Data analysis

Inventory management

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s degree in Business or Supply Chain

Tools

Cornerstone

Avimark

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

Job description

Inventory AnalystPosition Summary

We are seeking an analytical and detail-oriented Inventory Analyst with experience in data reporting and multi-system integration to support inventory operations across our veterinary clinics. This role is key to ensuring the accuracy and availability of critical veterinary supplies, pharmaceuticals, and financial health of the business through in-depth data analysis and reporting. The ideal candidate will have advanced Excel skills, a strong understanding of inventory processes, and the ability to work across different software platforms used in veterinary operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze inventory data from veterinary practice management systems (e.g., Cornerstone, Avimark), pharmacy ordering systems, and warehouse platforms
• Develop Excel-based reports and dashboards to monitor clinic-level and network-wide inventory usage, costs, and margins
• Forecast demand for medications, vaccines, lab supplies based on clinic usage trends and seasonal patterns
• Identify inventory discrepancies and provide root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Collaborate with clinic managers and inventory team to improve ordering accuracy and reduce waste
• Support cycle counts, stock audits, coupon audits, and inventory reconciliations across multiple clinic locations
• Monitor expiration dates, usage rates, and storage requirements for sensitive veterinary products
• Assist in standardizing product catalogs and SKUs across platforms
  
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in inventory analysis, preferably in a multi-location healthcare or veterinary setting preferred.
• Advanced Excel proficiency (pivot tables, formulas, Power Query, macros, dashboards)
• Experience working with veterinary-specific software and/or ERP systems
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to synthesize and present data to both clinical and non-clinical stakeholders
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with veterinary inventory workflows, controlled substance handling, and ordering systems (e.g., Covetrus, MWI, Patterson)
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or SQL for advanced reporting
• Prior experience supporting multiple veterinary or medical clinics
• Veterinary technician or healthcare operations background is a plus