Inventory Data Analyst-Remote ET or CT time zones

Overview CORT is seeking a remote, full-time Inventory Data Analyst in the US Eastern or Central timezone to join our shared services team. This role is designed for a true analyst-not a demand planner-who thrives on transforming complex inventory data into actionable insights through advanced analytics and compelling visualizations. You will leverage your expertise in statistical analysis, forecasting, and data storytelling to influence strategic decisions that optimize inventory performance and drive business outcomes. This position centers on inventory management within a retail or e-commerce environment. As an Inventory Data Analyst, you'll work closely with IT, Finance, and cross-functional teams in a matrix environment, building partnerships and communicating insights clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders. If you are curious, detail-oriented, and passionate about using data to tell a story and challenge assumptions, we want to hear from you. Salary: $70,000-$85,000, commensurate with experience Work Arrangement: Remote, with minimal travel (less than 10%) Eligibility: Applicants must reside within the continental U.S. in the Eastern or Central timezones. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. This position does not offer current or future visa sponsorship. What We Offer • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision) available on the first of the month after your hire date • 401(k) retirement plan with company match • Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays • Company-paid disability and life insurance • Tuition reimbursement • Employee discounts and perks Responsibilities • Perform statistical analysis and predictive modeling to identify trends and optimize inventory strategies. • Collect, validate, and analyze large datasets to uncover actionable insights. • Design and maintain interactive dashboards and visual reports in Microsoft Power BI to communicate findings effectively. • Develop and maintain data models to track inventory KPIs and support forecasting and budgeting. • Collaborate with product development, merchandising, and marketing teams to align inventory strategies with customer demand. • Monitor product performance and recommend adjustments to improve inventory productivity and return on assets. • Identify opportunities for process automation and workflow optimization to enhance efficiency. • Communicate complex data findings clearly to non-technical audiences, using storytelling techniques to influence decisions. Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree in Business Analytics, Data Science, Statistics, or Mathematics required. • Preferred certifications: Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst; Certified Analytics Professional (CAP); APICS Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM); Certified Business Intelligence Professional (CBIP). • Professional experience in a similar-sized business, with a role as an Analyst in the retail or e-commerce industry required; 5-10 years of experience preferred. • Proficiency in Microsoft Power BI and advanced Excel (pivot tables, complex formulas, macros) required. • Experience with statistical methods, predictive analytics, and data modeling required. • Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for non-technical audiences and tell stories through data visualization. • Experience with predictive analytics, demand planning software selection and implementation, and SCRUM preferred. Highlighted Skills: • Data Visualization & Storytelling: Ability to create clear, impactful dashboards and reports that drive decision-making. • Statistical Analysis & Forecasting: Expertise in analyzing trends and predicting inventory needs. • Business Intelligence Tools: Advanced proficiency in Power BI and Excel. • Collaboration & Communication: Skilled at building partnerships and explaining complex data to diverse stakeholders. • Integrity & Curiosity: Committed to verifying data accuracy and challenging assumptions to ensure sound decisions. About CORT CORT, a part of Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway, is the nation's leading provider of transition services, including furniture rental for home and office, event furnishings, destination services, apartment locating, touring and other services. With more than 100 offices, showrooms and clearance centers across the United States, operations in the United Kingdom and partners in more than 80 countries around the world, no other furniture rental company can match CORT's breadth of services. For more information on CORT, visit Working for CORT For more information on careers at CORT, visit CORT participates in the E-Verify program. EEO/AA Employer/Vets/Disability Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no set deadline to apply to this position. When it is determined that new applications will no longer be accepted, due to the positions being filled or a high volume of applicants has been received, this job advertisement will be removed. For City of San Francisco applicants: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, CORT will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For City of Los Angeles applicants: CORT will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. For County of Los Angeles applicants: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. For Columbia, South Carolina applicants: This position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate. #LI-Remote Apply tot his job