Inventory Analytics, Governance Manager

CVS Health

. Support Inventory, Data Analytics, DC, and Merchandising partners through inventory initiatives from concept and pilot through testing, implementation, and benefit realization .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • Rhode Island • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $66,330 - $145,860 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in inventory management and data analytics, with a strong focus on financial impacts, decision frameworks, and governance protocols. Proficient in utilizing enterprise planning tools and developing analytical models to support inventory initiatives and optimize working capital.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Inventory ManagementSQL ProficiencyBlue Yonder ExperienceAnalytical Framework DevelopmentSupply Chain Certification

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Hard Skills

Data AnalyticsFinancial AnalysisTest DesignQuantitative SkillsDecision Framework DevelopmentSOP DevelopmentInventory PlanningWorking Capital MetricsPythonDatabricks

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationStakeholder Management

Tools & Technologies

Blue YonderSnowflakeEnterprise Planning PlatformsNext-Generation Planning Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

APICSCSCMP

Industry Keywords

Supply ChainInventory GovernanceS&OPIBPProcess Documentation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support Inventory, Data Analytics, DC, and Merchandising partners through inventory initiatives from concept and pilot through testing, implementation, and benefit realization
Own and maintain the rubric for evaluating inventory changes, including evidence standards, financial thresholds, and approval criteria
Maintain audit trails for inventory parameter changes, policy decisions, and test outcomes
Ensure Blue Yonder settings, WOS targets, safety stock, and other planning parameter changes follow governance protocols
Scope problems, design tests or pilots, define measurement methodologies, track results, and synthesize recommendations
Evaluate financial impacts including working capital, inventory investment, write-off risk, and in-stock performance
Build and maintain analytical frameworks and models for repeatable inventory policy and system-change decisions
Track inventory investment implications against expected outcomes
Translate inventory decisions into financial language concerning working capital, margin, and service levels
Connect internally developed applications with enterprise planning platforms such as Blue Yonder
Advise partners on applicable tools, workflows, and data and decision flows
Provide governance and analytics input into tool development and enhancement
Identify tool connectivity gaps and recommend improvements
Develop and maintain SOPs, process documentation, and decision frameworks
Facilitate training on self-service tools and analytical resources
Define and communicate when partners can work independently versus when F&R involvement is required

Requirements

What you’ll need

3–5 years of experience in supply chain, inventory management, inventory planning, or a related analytical field
2–3 years of experience utilizing SQL
Experience with enterprise data platforms such as Snowflake or similar technologies
2–3 years of experience working with inventory planning systems such as Blue Yonder, JDA, or similar
Ability to build or apply a structured decision framework or rubric in an operational context
Strong analytical and quantitative skills
Ability to design tests, interpret results, and present findings clearly
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Bachelor's degree required in Supply Chain, Business, Economics, Statistics, Operations Management, or a related field
Experience with Python, Databricks, or other advanced analytics tools preferred
Experience in an S&OP, IBP, or inventory governance function preferred
Familiarity with working capital metrics and inventory investment tracking preferred
Experience developing SOPs or process documentation at an enterprise scale preferred
Exposure to next-generation planning platforms or system implementation projects preferred
Understanding of enterprise planning tool integration with internally developed analytics applications preferred
APICS, CSCMP, or equivalent supply chain certification preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Paid time off
Retirement savings options
Wellness programs
Other resources supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being
CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program eligibility