Mass Inventory & Forecasting Analyst for Retail Giants

Goliath; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending and health savings

Paid time off

Job summary

Goliath is seeking a Mass Inventory Analyst to lead forecasting and inventory planning for key mass retail accounts, primarily Walmart and Target. You will partner with Sales, Purchasing, and retailer teams to ensure accurate forecasting and inventory flow, driving business performance.

The role requires strong analytical skills, Excel proficiency, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in inventory planning, forecasting, analytics, supply chain, or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data handling.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop forecast plans in partnership with Walmart and Target planners.
• Manage internal forecasts for Walmart and Target at item and total business level.
• Serve as primary contact with Walmart/Target Inventory Analysts and Replenishment Managers.
• Create and manage ladder plans for Walmart and Target for inventory flow.
• Provide detailed forecasting and inventory reports to Purchasing.
• Coordinate with GFE on import PO, forecast changes, and factory updates.
• Analyze Walmart Connect and Roundel campaign performance to guide marketing investments.
• Conduct promotional performance analysis and provide optimization recommendations.
• Compile POS data across channels to identify trends for listings and assortment.
• Generate ad hoc reports, insights, and recommendations for business needs.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Forecasting

Inventory planning

Excel proficiency

Multi-project management

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Communication

AI tool experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Circana reporting

AI tooling (Claude/ChatGPT)

Job description

Goliath is seeking a Mass Inventory Analyst to lead forecasting and inventory planning for key mass retail accounts, primarily Walmart and Target. You will partner with Sales, Purchasing, and retailer teams to ensure accurate forecasting and inventory flow, driving business performance.

The role requires strong analytical skills, Excel proficiency, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.