Inventory Analyst

Inventory AnalystThe inventory analyst assists the merchandise planners and store planners in managing inventory to minimize backorders, maximize inventory turns and profitability and achieve established customer service levels for both eCommerce and Retail.Responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to the following:Tracking late PO deliveries, identify issues, and communicate opportunities to teamResolution of shortages, overages and problem shipment issuesReview of in-transit products destined for stores and identify relevant issues such as lost product, missed receipts, etc.Promotional pre-setup checks such as inventory position prior to promotional in-home dates. This includes all web, catalog promotions, and periodic checks throughout the life of the promotion as well as post promotional analysis.Review of open backorders and expediting inventory where necessaryMaintaining planned arrival dates on all purchase orders and the expediting of past due ordersApplying PO price variance correctionsValidation of reserve inventory levels and aged inventory assessmentOrganization, coordination and execution of vendor returnsAdditional duties as assigned.To join our band, you'll need the following experience:Bachelor's Degree is required, preferably in Business Administration or 4 years of relevant work experience.1 year of relevant work experience (in addition to degree or years of previous experience).Proficient in Excel (pivot table, vlookup)Pay Rate: $28.00- $32.00 / hr depending on background and experience.About Guitar CenterGuitar Center embodies the world of creativity and music by encouraging our teammates to find their own individual sound. We strive to craft lifelong musicians and make a difference in the world by enabling musicians and non-musicians alike to experience the almost indescribable happiness that comes from playing an instrument. We believe in putting our customers first, engaging with respect and integrity and fulfilling our mission with passion.Why join us?With a career at Guitar Center, you become part of the world's largest multichannel musical instrument retailer. Whether at our Stores, Contact Centers, Distribution Centers, or Support Center, Guitar Center employees have a common goal: to help people find their sound and fill the world with more music.