Remote Retail Inventory Analyst

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work benefits

Advanced systems

Professional development

Impactful role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Remote Retail Inventory Analyst to manage and optimize inventory levels across retail channels from a remote location. You will forecast demand, monitor turnover, and collaborate with procurement and sales to ensure timely replenishment in a dynamic online and offline retail environment.

The role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency with inventory management software, and the ability to work independently in a virtual setting to support

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field.
• 3–5 years of inventory management or analysis in retail.
• Experience with SAP/Oracle/NetSuite and advanced Excel.
• Strong analytical and remote collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze inventory data to forecast demand and optimize stock levels across different locations and online platforms.
• Monitor inventory turnover, identify slow-moving or obsolete stock, and recommend actions.
• Collaborate with procurement and sales teams to ensure timely replenishment and avoid stockouts or overstocking.
• Develop and maintain reports on inventory performance, accuracy, and key metrics.
• Implement and manage inventory control procedures to minimize discrepancies and ensure accuracy.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in inventory management and supply chain operations.

Skills

Inventory management

Excel advanced

Data analysis

Remote collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Remote Retail Inventory Analyst to join their dynamic team. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing inventory levels across various retail channels from a remote location. Your insights will directly impact stock availability, reduce carrying costs, and enhance overall supply chain efficiency. This position requires a strong analytical mindset, proficiency with inventory management software, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a virtual setting to support the company's strategic inventory planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze inventory data to forecast demand and optimize stock levels across different locations and online platforms.
• Monitor inventory turnover, identify slow-moving or obsolete stock, and recommend appropriate actions.
• Collaborate with procurement and sales teams to ensure timely replenishment and avoid stockouts or overstock situations.
• Develop and maintain reports on inventory performance, accuracy, and key metrics.
• Implement and manage inventory control procedures to minimize discrepancies and ensure accuracy.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in inventory management and supply chain operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in inventory management or analysis, preferably within the retail sector.
• Proficiency in inventory management software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills for effective remote collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities in a remote work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and remote work benefits.
• Opportunity to work with advanced inventory management systems.
• Professional development opportunities in supply chain and analytics.
• Flexible remote working arrangements.
• Significant impact on the company's operational efficiency and profitability.