Inventory Analyst

Sysco

. Achieve planned inventory management service level, DSO, and spoilage goals while maximizing operational efficiencies .

Posted 10/21/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJunior💰 $60,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in inventory management and purchasing within a retail or distribution environment, utilizing strong Excel skills and the Manhattan inventory planning tool to optimize operational efficiencies and service levels.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Inventory Management ExperienceStrong Excel SkillsManhattan Inventory Planning Tool ProficiencyCross-Functional CollaborationAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

Inventory ManagementPurchasingDemand PlanningData AnalysisReplenishment Processes

Soft Skills

Conflict ResolutionTimely CommunicationOrganizational SkillsProactive AttitudeMultitasking

Tools & Technologies

Manhattan Inventory Planning ToolScorecardsDashboards

Industry Keywords

RetailWholesaleDistributionSKUsCorporate Planner

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Achieve planned inventory management service level, DSO, and spoilage goals while maximizing operational efficiencies
Review critical items and take necessary action to support end customer service levels
Review daily out-of-stock reports, communicate with sales as needed, and expedite orders appropriately
Manage inbound purchase orders by confirming cost, quantity, dates, overdue orders, overages, shorts, and damage
Maintain forecasting system parameters to manage demand changes, customer events, business shifts, and seasonality
Use the Manhattan inventory planning tool DPR at an intermediate proficiency level to drive team performance through scorecards, dashboards, and merchandising KPIs
Support returns to suppliers and product recalls as required
Manage purchase order costing and date accuracy through confirmations and alerts
Follow supplier and corporate market conditions and trends to identify purchasing opportunities
Provide basic demand planning support and field feedback to the Corporate Planner for action or alignment

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma
Bachelor's degree
1+ year professional business experience or relevant Bachelor's degree in lieu of experience
Experience working within a retail, wholesale or distribution environment
Strong Excel skills
Inventory Management/Purchasing experience in a distributor with 10,000+ SKUs
Ability to resolve conflicts quickly, research issues, and follow up with timely communication to all key stakeholders
Ability to quickly learn systems and answer basic inquiries without escalating
Ability to work cross-functionally across the enterprise
Strong attention to detail and follow-up
Proactive attitude to highlight and address issues as they arise
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational and planning skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to understand and execute standard replenishment processes and best practices
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Eligibility to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan
Sysco benefits (details provided at SyscoBenefits.com)