Vendor Analyst

Vendor Analyst Fuel Our Future with the Power of Curiosity! Do you enjoy digging into data, asking questions, and figuring out why things happen? Fleet Farm is seeking Vendor Analysts to support openings across two of our merchandise divisions , helping improve vendor performance, inventory efficiency, and business results. In this role, you'll partner with Category Managers, suppliers, and Inventory Management to analyze trends, investigate discrepancies, and identify opportunities for improvement. We're looking for someone who is naturally curious, takes initiative, and enjoys turning information into actionable solutions. What You'll Do Analyze vendor, purchasing, sales, and inventory data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities. Investigate discrepancies, determine root causes, and recommend solutions to improve business performance. Partner with Category Managers, suppliers, and Inventory Management to resolve issues and support business objectives. Monitor vendor performance, including product availability, order accuracy, and delivery expectations. Review purchase orders, inventory activity, and vendor information to identify potential concerns and recommend adjustments. Support seasonal and promotional planning by anticipating inventory needs and potential challenges. Develop reports and communicate findings and recommendations to business partners. Identify opportunities to improve processes, data accuracy, and operational efficiency. What You'll Bring Experience in purchasing, supply chain, inventory management, merchandising, business analysis, or a related field preferred. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a natural curiosity to understand the why behind the numbers. Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills and the ability to analyze and interpret data. Strong communication and collaboration skills with the confidence to ask questions and recommend solutions. A proactive, self-motivated approach with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Adaptability, initiative, and a willingness to learn new systems and processes. Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience. Experience with ERP or inventory management systems is a plus. Why Join Fleet Farm? At Fleet Farm, your insights and recommendations will help strengthen vendor relationships, improve product availability, and support smarter business decisions. You'll collaborate with experienced leaders, gain exposure to multiple areas of merchandising, and have opportunities to develop your skills and grow your career. We value curiosity, initiative, fresh perspectives, and people who aren't afraid to ask questions or challenge assumptions. If you enjoy solving problems, uncovering opportunities, and making an impact through data-driven decisions, we'd love to hear from you! Location: Fleet Farm Store Support Center – Appleton, WI (Onsite) Fleet Farm is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and gives all applicants for employment equal consideration regardless of race, color, sex, gender, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, military or veteran status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Fleet Farm will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need an accommodation to fully participate in the application process.