Retail Inventory & Demand Analytics Specialist

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 280,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Employee discounts

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Mbombela, South Africa, seeks a detail‑oriented Retail Inventory Analyst to maintain optimal stock levels across its retail locations. You will analyze inventory data, forecast demand, and implement strategies to improve accuracy and turnover while reducing costs.

This role works with store managers and the supply chain team in a hands‑on retail environment, driving profitability through effective replenishment, seasonal planning, and performance reporting using Excel and SQL.

Qualifications

• Candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum 2 years in inventory analysis or management, preferably retail.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in data tools (Excel, SQL).
• Familiar with inventory management systems and retail operations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze inventory levels across stores and distribution points.
• Develop demand forecasts based on historical sales data and trends.
• Implement inventory control procedures to improve accuracy and reduce discrepancies.
• Optimize stock replenishment to meet demand while controlling costs.
• Identify slow-moving or obsolete inventory and advise disposition strategies.
• Collaborate with store operations and merchandising for efficient stock management.

Skills

Inventory analysis

Excel

SQL

Data analysis

Retail operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Statistics, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Power BI

Job description

Placements24 in Mbombela, South Africa, seeks a detail‑oriented Retail Inventory Analyst to maintain optimal stock levels across its retail locations. You will analyze inventory data, forecast demand, and implement strategies to improve accuracy and turnover while reducing costs.

This role works with store managers and the supply chain team in a hands‑on retail environment, driving profitability through effective replenishment, seasonal planning, and performance reporting using Excel and SQL.