Inventory Analyst at Sysco

Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

Sysco Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Foodservice, Supply ChainIndustries

Requirements

  • 3+ years’ experience in inventory analysis or related field
  • Strong analytical and reporting skills with advanced Excel proficiency
  • Experience with warehouse management systems and BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
  • Excellent communication skills with ability to present insights clearly
  • Commercially minded and results-driven
  • Ability to influence and collaborate across departments
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on root cause analysis and corrective actions
  • Self-starter with strong time management and organisational skills
  • Knowledge of inventory control best practices and applicable industry regulations
  • Core competencies: Understanding your customers, Flexibility & adaptability

Responsibilities

  • Developing and maintaining KPIs and dashboards to monitor inventory accuracy, service levels, error rates, and team productivity
  • Generating regular and ad-hoc reports to support departmental decision-making
  • Providing insights into team performance and operational trends
  • Delivering training to the wider team to ensure process consistency across teams and sites, alignment with best practices
  • Standardising and documenting inventory processes
  • Collaborating with other departments to review performance data, identify root causes of issues, and support corrective actions
  • Leading and supporting continuous improvement initiatives
  • Acting as a key contact for performance reviews and cross-functional discussions
  • Driving improvements within the DCI team to enhance understanding of customer issues
  • Identifying and implementing automation opportunities to streamline inventory-related processes
  • Participating in ad hoc projects as required
  • Other duties as assigned by the Senior Inventory Management Team

Skills

Inventory Management
KPI Development
Dashboards
Reporting
Data Analysis
Process Improvement
Excel
FP&A
Training Delivery
Documentation

Sysco

Foodservice distribution for restaurants and healthcare

About Sysco

Sysco Corporation specializes in foodservice distribution, primarily serving restaurants, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions. The company offers a variety of products and services, including food items, kitchen equipment, and marketing support, tailored to meet the specific needs of its clients. Sysco differentiates itself from competitors by providing comprehensive solutions, such as the "Restaurants Rising Toolkit" during the COVID-19 pandemic, which helps restaurants adapt to new dining trends. The goal of Sysco is to make running a restaurant easier and more profitable for its clients.

Houston, TexasHeadquarters
1970Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Food & AgricultureIndustries

Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Professional Development Budget
Performance Bonus

Risks

Increased competition from tech-driven solutions could impact Sysco's market share.
Reliance on partnerships for technology advancements may pose risks if results are unmet.
Socially responsible investing trends may pressure Sysco to improve ESG standards.

Differentiation

Sysco offers comprehensive B2B solutions, including food products, equipment, and marketing services.
The company provides flexible payment options and waives delivery minimums for scheduled deliveries.
Sysco's 'Restaurants Rising Toolkit' supports restaurants adapting to new dining trends.

Upsides

Sysco can capitalize on the demand for plant-based and alternative protein products.
The rise of ghost kitchens offers Sysco opportunities for specialized supply chain solutions.
Digital transformation in foodservice allows Sysco to enhance service offerings and engagement.

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