Inventory Analyst, Optimization Team
Summary
Analyzes and optimizes inventory flow across retail outlets and delivery centers to ensure product availability and sales efficiency.
Please Note | This is a temporary position to provide coverage during a maternity leave. The expected assignment length is subject to change based on business needs.
RH is seeking an Inventory Analyst on the Optimization Team who will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of inventory across RH Outlets and Home Delivery Centers (HDCs). This role supports inventory optimization through strategic analysis, allocation, and logistics coordination - ensuring the right product is in the right location to maximize sales and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate combines analytical expertise with a deep understanding of inventory flow and cross-functional partnership to drive results and remove obstacles.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Allocate product to Outlets through partnership with leadership teams, optimizing sales and sell-through performance
- Lead logistics coordination for Outlet inventory across the RH Supply Chain network
- Provide ongoing support to field locations on inventory-related activities including receiving, tracking, auditing, and reporting
- Analyze inventory relationships and flow between systems and locations to ensure integrity across the network
- Investigate inventory discrepancies and shrink issues through detailed root cause analysis
- Oversee inventory movement and reconciliation during relocations, expansions, and new openings
- Collaborate with cross-functional partners, including Distribution Centers, Engineering (IT), Galleries, HDCs, Inventory Control, Outlets, and Transportation, to ensure alignment and accuracy in all inventory-related activities
OUR REQUIREMENTS
- 3+ years of experience in inventory management, logistics, allocations, or operations
- Highly analytical with advanced proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets
- Experience with Oracle RMS, Manhattan Active Omni, Salesforce, and MicroStrategy preferred
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to build strong relationships across functions and influence outcomes
- Demonstrated curiosity and commitment to continuous learning and innovation