Strategic Purchasing Analyst - Inventory & Data Insights

Select Custom Solutions

La Crosse, Northern (WI, KY)

Hybrid

USD 65,000 - 85,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays Off

Uniform Program

Shoe Allowance

Onsite gym

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Job summary

Select Custom Solutions in La Crosse, WI is seeking a Purchasing Analyst to analyze demand, inventory, and supply performance across locations. You will translate data into actionable insights that improve inventory health, balance working capital, and optimize total landed cost.

Responsibilities include developing SKU/location inventory strategies, supporting purchasing decisions with dashboards (Excel/Power BI) and ERP extracts, and collaborating with Planning, Operations, and Logistics to

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Operations, Finance, or related field; equivalent combination considered.
2–5 years of experience in supply chain, purchasing analysis, inventory planning, or demand planning preferred.
CPIM - Preferred

Responsibilities

Analyze inventory levels, consumption trends, and demand forecasts across multiple locations to identify risks, excess, shortages, and optimization opportunities.
Develop inventory recommendations by SKU and location, including safety stock, reorder points, and stocking strategies.
Evaluate inventory health metrics (turns, days on hand, excess & obsolete, service levels) and provide clear insights and action plans.
Translate demand and inventory analysis into purchasing direction, including quantity, timing, and delivery location.
Support buyers with analytical inputs to improve purchasing decisions and reduce reactive buying.
Present findings and recommendations to purchasing leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.