Inventory Analyst

Position Title: Inventory Analyst
Position Type: Regular - Full-Time
Requisition ID: 45111
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About the role.
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Inventory & Network Planning, the Inventory Analyst is responsible for investigating, resolving, and reporting on aged, long, blocked, and discontinued (ALBD) inventory across McCain's North American network. This role partners closely with Warehouse Operations, Supply Planning, Quality Control, Manufacturing Operations, Customer Service, Finance, Distribution Planning, and Demand Planning to improve inventory accuracy, reduce inventory risk, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The role plays a critical part in supporting informed inventory decisions, minimizing obsolescence, and optimizing inventory performance across the supply chain.
What you'll be doing.

• Facilitate and prepare Inventory Task Force meetings focused on aged, long, blocked, and discontinued inventory.
• Serve as the analytical lead for ALBD inventory management, including reporting enhancements, process improvements, and action tracking.
• Identify inventory at risk of expiry and collaborate with cross-functional partners to execute disposition strategies and minimize losses.
• Partner with operations, planning, quality, and warehouse teams to reduce excess inventory and improve inventory health.
• Administer product dilutions, donations, write-offs, and other inventory disposition activities.
• Monitor and maintain inventory accuracy by ensuring appropriate inventory status management within SAP.
• Track risk mitigation activities and maintain action trackers to ensure issues are resolved in a timely manner.
• Coordinate re-casing activities at third-party logistics providers (3PLs) and ensure inventory records are updated accurately.
• Support blocked inventory management through participation in Quality-led reviews and inventory governance processes.
• Analyze inventory trends, identify performance gaps, and recommend opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Develop and document best practices and standard operating procedures related to ALBD inventory management.
• Lead special projects and participate in cross-functional initiatives that support inventory optimization and supply chain performance.
• Leverage AI-powered analytics and supply chain intelligence tools to proactively monitor inventory risks, improve visibility, and reduce obsolescence.

What you'll need to be successful.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Experience working with SAP S/4; experience with APO/SCM is preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Working knowledge of Power BI, including experience using data models and reporting tools.
• Strong analytical capabilities with experience working with large and complex datasets.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Proven ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Sound business judgment and the ability to balance operational, financial, and customer considerations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams.
• Two or more years of supply chain experience preferred.
• Food manufacturing or food industry experience preferred.

About the team.
The Inventory Analyst is a key member of the Inventory & Network Planning team and reports to the Senior Manager, Inventory & Network Planning. The role collaborates daily with Supply Planning, Warehouse Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, Customer Service, Distribution Planning, Demand Planning, and Finance teams across North America. This position serves as an important connector between operational and planning functions, helping to drive inventory accuracy, reduce waste, and improve overall network performance.
About McCain.
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Leadership principles.
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The McCain experience.
We are McCain. This statement is a testament to our collective strength and our individual value. Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust, empowering us to bring out the best in one another. Here, you'll find opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Join us and experience why we're better together.
Our purpose is grounded in building meaningful relationships. We're big believers in the power of working together in person-it helps us stay connected, collaborate more effectively, and grow as a team. At the same time, we recognize the importance of flexibility. Most office-based roles follow a hybrid model, with the option to work remotely two days a week. There may be exceptions depending on the role and location, so we encourage you to speak with your recruiter for more details.
Compensation Package : $58,800.00 - $78,500.00 . USD annually + Bonus eligibility
The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Benefits: At McCain, we're on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and well-being at the heart of what we do, every day. We understand and appreciate that each person's needs are unique and ensure our benefits & well-being programs reflect that. Employees are eligible for the following benefits: health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug), retirement savings benefits, and leave support including medical, family and bereavement. Well-being programs include vacation and holidays, company-supported volunteering time, and mental health resources. Coverages are aligned with applicable law and can vary by work level, location, and nature of the role. Additional benefit detail available during the application process.
Your well-being matters to us, and we're here to provide you with the necessary resources to support you in being your best self at work - and at home.
McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
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Job Family: Supply Chain & Logistics
Location(s): US - United States of America : Illinois : Oakbrook Terrace
Company: McCain Foods USA, Inc.