Inventory Planning Analyst (Supply Chain)

TL;DR

Inventory Planning Analyst (Supply Chain): Analyzing inventory positions, trends, and drivers to improve service levels and working capital with an accent on data-driven insights and IBP decision-making. Focus on monitoring inventory health, optimizing safety stock parameters, and reducing manual analysis through digital workflows.

Location: Onsite in Kennewick, WA, USA

Salary: $64,900 - $97,360

Company

A leading global manufacturer of potato products and food service provider operating in over 100 countries.

What you will do

• Monitor inventory levels, coverage, and health across assigned products and networks to identify risks of excess or obsolescence.
• Analyze inventory drivers, including demand variability and supply performance, to optimize planning parameters.
• Develop inventory performance metrics and dashboards to support supply and IBP discussions.
• Manage safety stock parameters, replenishment settings, and validate master data inputs in SAP.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Customer Service, Procurement, and Manufacturing to resolve inventory issues.
• Drive continuous improvement by leveraging analytics to streamline inventory workflows and reduce manual tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Analytics, Finance, or a related field.
• 1–4 years of experience in Inventory Planning or Supply Chain Analytics.
• Strong analytical ability to interpret complex inventory data and trends.
• Proficiency in inventory metrics, replenishment concepts, and planning parameters.
• Must be able to work from the Kennewick, WA office.

Nice to have

• ASCM inventory or CPIM coursework or certifications.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision.
• Industry-leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions.
• Financial wellness tools, including Employee Stock Purchase Program and HSA/FSA.
• Paid time off and company-wide well-being programs.
• Supportive environment with access to hands-on training for professional growth.