Inventory Analyst

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Company Description

About BCforward BCforward began as an IT business solutions and staffing firm. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers' needs into a full service personnel solutions organization. BCforward's headquarters are in Indianapolis, Indiana and also operates delivery centers in 17 locations in North America as well as Hyderabad, India and Puerto Rico. We are currently the largest consulting firm and largest MBE certified firm headquartered in Indiana. With 14+ years of uninterrupted growth, the addition of two brands (Stafforward and PMforward) and a team of more than 1400 resources our teams deliver services for multiple industries from both public and private sectors. BCforward's team of dedicated staffing professionals has placed thousands of talented people over the past decade, with retention rates that are consistently higher than the industry average.

Job Description

ob Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Responsible for providing Business and System support to dealers on PIC system including executing contingency processes when needed

Provide standard Service Analysis and Loss Analysis as well as execute additional standardized analysis packs for PIC dealers for their quarterly review process

Must be open to learning the analytical techniques for Data Analysis, Inventory Management (IM) System Configuration/logic and statistically oriented analysis

Specific projects may include but not limited to investigating reasons for service loss, explaining inventory growth, assessing the value of alternative stocking rules, and determining impact on dealer Inventory

Support enterprise inventory reduction initiatives. 

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in mathematics, statistics, engineering or equivalent.

* Must have excellent analytical/problem solving abilities, well developed oral and written communications skills, and ability to work effectively with a wide variety of groups including IT and Dealers

* Two to four years of job-related experience required (internships included). This experience can be in any related logistics field

Additional Information

Must be able to pass a background and drug screen


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BCforward began as an IT business solutions and staffing firm. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers' needs into a full service personnel solutions organization. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, BCforward also operates numerous delivery centers across North America and India. We are currently the largest consulting firm and largest MBE certified firm in Indiana. Our uninterrupted growth has allowed BCforward to deliver uniquely configured IT staffing and project solutions for over years of catering to our customers' specific needs. BCforward currently maintains a team of over 5000 global resources. With our additional brand, Stafforward, together we have the capabilities to deliver services for a variety of industries in both public and private sectors which allows us to address your most challenging needs.

Industry

It services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Indianapolis, IN, US

Year founded

1998

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Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Inventory Analyst?

A: To succeed as an Inventory Analyst, key technical skills include proficiency in inventory management software, data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL), and supply chain management principles. Soft skills such as strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and attention to detail are also crucial, as they enable the analyst to identify trends, optimize inventory levels, and collaborate with stakeholders. By combining these technical and soft skills, Inventory Analysts can drive business growth, improve operational efficiency, and advance their careers to leadership positions or specialized roles in supply chain management.

Q: What is the career path for a Inventory Analyst?

A: A typical career progression for an Inventory Analyst involves starting as an entry-level Inventory Coordinator, where they assist in data entry, reporting, and basic analysis. As they gain experience, they can move into mid-level roles such as Inventory Analyst or Supply Chain Analyst, where they take on more complex tasks like forecasting, inventory optimization, and data visualization. Senior roles like Senior Inventory Analyst or Operations Manager often involve leading teams, developing strategic plans, and implementing process improvements, providing opportunities for long-term career growth and advancement.



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