Sr. Inventory Ops Analyst – Performance Enablement Team (Projects) Minneapolis

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Target is one of the worlds most recognized brands and the second-largest retailer in the United States.

Target Global Supply Chain and Logistics is evolving at an incredible pace. We are constantly reimagining how we get the right product to the right guest even better faster and more cost effectively than before. We are becoming more intelligent automated and algorithmic in our decision-making so that no matter how guests shopin stores or on deliver the convenience and immediate gratification they demand and deserve. We are on a mission to win decisively over any competitor with a seamless and superior guest service experience unlike any they can offer. Our teams work with the agility our mission requires and we constantly come together to implement new processes in record time. So were looking for exceptional people who are proactive creative independent innovative risk-savvy and comfortable working in varying degrees of ambiguity. Are you a critical thinker who seeks the root cause and can analyze both qualitatively and quantitatively Are you a creative problem-solver who simplifies problems quickly identifies solutions commits to a plan and then positively influences others to execute it If so you will have success on one of our dynamic teams.

Are you looking to see more do more and achieve more A role in Inventory Management Operations allows you to leverage your expertise by analyzing researching and creating solutions on a large scale to enhance Targets ability to manage inventory.

As a Senior Inventory Operations Analyst

Maintain a focus on Out-of-Stocks below goal through leadership and weekly activities with the Inventory Management teams.
Quickly identify issues and recommend solutions to support a diverse business.
Leverage strong project management skills to scope scale analyze and create sound solutions addressing root cause to Inventory Management related initiatives and projects.
Create a sense of urgency and high level of focus on OOS opportunities for the top focus areas such as Never Out Items Company Space and Salesplans and High Volume Stores.
Develop train and reinforce process expectations for weekly and seasonal replenishment. This requires influencing a team to believe it is the right decision.
Partner with other IM Ops team members such as the S&OP Team Process Team or Company & Seasonal Events Team to provide input support and reinforce process expectations to achieve OOS and inventory goals.
Influence teams and provide training on process expectation for replenishment action steps associated with Transitions and Company Space/Salesplans.

About you:

Four-year degree or equivalent experience

2 years of experience in Target Supply Chain or Merchandising roles

Working understanding of Target Inventory Management replenishment systems

Excellent analytical ability

Strong project management skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Curiosity with a desire to learn and innovate

Self-starter with ability to work independently to prioritize and take action

Flexibility & resiliency; comfortable working in grey areas that are constantly changing

Demonstrated ability to manage tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Benefits Eligibility

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