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Inventory & Data Analyst

Robert Half Finance & Accounting

Bloomington, MNJob$55–85K/yrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$55–85K/yr
Location
Bloomington, MN
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

This position blends hands‑on inventory oversight with business analysis, helping improve product availability, reporting accuracy, and cross‑functional decision‑making. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with data, identifying process gaps, and turning operational information into practical recommendations.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Inventory PlanningStock ControlDemand ForecastingReconciliation PracticesMicrosoft ExcelPower BIRoot Cause AnalysisEffective Communication

Qualifications

2+ Years Experience in Inventory Analysis or Related FieldBachelor’s Degree Preferred in Supply Chain or Business or Analytics or Related Field

Benefits

Medical Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Description

This position blends hands-on inventory oversight with business analysis, helping improve product availability, reporting accuracy, and cross-functional decision-making. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with data, identifying process gaps, and turning operational information into practical recommendations.

Responsibilities:

  • Monitor inventory activity, evaluate stock trends, and recommend replenishment actions based on sales patterns and demand signals.

  • Perform regular cycle counts and inventory reviews, investigate variances, and address underlying causes to improve record accuracy.

  • Analyze operational and inventory data using tools such as Excel and Power BI to uncover trends, exceptions, and performance insights.

  • Build and maintain reports and dashboards that provide clear visibility into inventory movement, service levels, and key business metrics.

  • Partner with teams across the business to gather reporting needs, clarify priorities, and deliver useful analytical support.

  • Strengthen inventory and reporting workflows by identifying opportunities to improve data collection, consistency, and efficiency.

  • Assist team members in using reporting tools and understanding processes related to inventory data and performance tracking.

Requirements

  • 2+ years of experience in inventory analysis, supply chain, logistics, or a related analytical role.

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred in supply chain, business, analytics, or a related field.

  • Strong knowledge of inventory planning, stock control, demand forecasting, and reconciliation practices.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, and experience creating reports or dashboards from operational data.

  • Experience using Power BI or similar business intelligence tools to develop visual reporting and monitor performance metrics.

  • Ability to perform root cause analysis and translate findings into practical process improvements.

  • Effective communication skills with the ability to work across departments and support shared business objectives.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • The targeted salary range for this position is $55K-$85K

  • Health, dental, vision insurance;401(k) with company match

  • Paid time off + paid holidays

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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