Merch Analyst

Vistar; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistar in Englewood, CO is seeking a Merchandising Analyst to partner with Purchasing, support customer item setup and RP execution, and coordinate promotional inventory.

The role analyzes purchasing trends, collaborates with Sales, Inventory Management and Suppliers, and recommends actions to improve accuracy and decision-making in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years merch, buying, category and/or closely related experience.
• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience.

Responsibilities

• Act as liaison between Sales and Purchasing to understand customer needs and support accurate execution of customer programs.
• Ask detailed questions to confirm item requirements, expected demand, timing and initial inventory needs.
• Coordinate customer item and promotional inventory activity through the RP process with Sales, Purchasing, Inventory Management, Suppliers and other stakeholders.
• Review customer items after rollout to evaluate purchasing patterns, inventory levels and alignment with demand.
• Provide data-supported observations to improve inventory accuracy, quantities and replenishment decisions.

Skills

Merchandising experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent

Job description

Position Purpose

The Merchandising Analyst serves as an operational partner within the Purchasing organization, supporting customer item setup, Request for Purchase (RP) execution, promotional inventory coordination, and ongoing analysis of customer purchasing and inventory needs.

Job Description

Position Purpose

The Merchandising Analyst serves as an operational partner within the Purchasing organization, supporting customer item setup, Request for Purchase (RP) execution, promotional inventory coordination, and ongoing analysis of customer purchasing and inventory needs.

This role acts as a liaison between Sales and Purchasing by developing a clear understanding of customer requirements, asking thoughtful questions, reviewing item performance after rollout, and identifying opportunities to improve inventory accuracy and purchasing decisions. The Merchandising Analyst works closely with Sales, Purchasing, Inventory Management, Suppliers, and other internal partners to support successful customer programs. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, customer-focused, detail-oriented, and comfortable working across departments in a fast-paced environment.

Major Functional Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison between Sales and Purchasing to understand customer needs, clarify expectations, and support accurate execution of customer programs.
• Ask detailed questions to confirm item requirements, expected demand, timing, initial inventory needs, and other factors that may affect purchasing decisions.
• Coordinate customer item and promotional inventory activity initiated through the Request for Purchase (RP) process by partnering with Sales, Purchasing, Inventory Management, Suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• Review customer items after rollout to evaluate purchasing patterns, inventory levels, and alignment with expected demand.
• Provide clear, data-supported observations and suggestions to improve inventory accuracy, purchasing quantities, replenishment decisions, and overall program execution.
• Monitor customer item activity and communicate timely updates regarding inventory status, potential risks, customer needs, and recommended next steps.
• Partner with the appropriate teams to research issues, gather information, and support resolution of customer, purchasing, or inventory concerns.
• Utilize reporting and data analysis to identify opportunities, support decision-making, and improve communication across departments.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of customer, item, inventory, and purchasing information used in analysis and communication.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external business partners while delivering a high level of customer service.
• Demonstrate flexibility, professionalism, sound judgment, and adaptability while managing changing priorities and business needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience

2+ years Merch, buying, category and/or closely related experience

Compensation

$60,000 - $73,000 annual base salary + 15% annual incentive potential