Retail Inventory Insights Analyst

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount on company products

Professional development opportunities

Regular performance reviews

Job summary

Placements24 invites an organized Retail Inventory Analyst to support Mahikeng-based operations. You will analyze inventory data, monitor stock levels, and drive accuracy across the supply network, aiming to minimize stockouts and excess stock while improving profitability.

The role requires strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP) and experience with inventory management software. Collaboration with store teams and supply chain is essential to align stock strategies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in inventory management, data analysis, or a related retail operations role.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in MS Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP) and experience with inventory management software.

Responsibilities

• Analyze inventory data to monitor stock levels, turnover rates, and potential discrepancies.
• Develop and maintain inventory reports, providing insights into stock performance and trends.
• Identify root causes of inventory issues, such as stockouts, overstock, and shrinkage.
• Recommend and implement strategies to optimize inventory levels and improve accuracy.
• Collaborate with supply chain, merchandising, and store teams to align inventory strategies.
• Assist in the planning and execution of physical inventory counts and cycle counts.
• Monitor key inventory performance indicators (KPIs) and identify areas for improvement.
• Support the implementation and utilization of inventory management systems.
• Ensure compliance with inventory control policies and procedures.
• Contribute to demand forecasting accuracy and planning processes.

Skills

MS Excel

Pivot tables

VLOOKUP

Data analysis

Analytical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Supply Chain (advantageous)

Tools

Inventory management software

POS systems

Job description

Placements24 invites an organized Retail Inventory Analyst to support Mahikeng-based operations. You will analyze inventory data, monitor stock levels, and drive accuracy across the supply network, aiming to minimize stockouts and excess stock while improving profitability.

The role requires strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP) and experience with inventory management software. Collaboration with store teams and supply chain is essential to align stock strategies.