Analyst - Inventory Integrity

Job Description

Title : Analyst - Inventory Integrity

Reports To : Manager - Inventory Integrity

Location : Goodyear, AZ

AEO operates three robust distribution centers across the U.S. and Canada. These centers are essential for fulfilling both online and in-store customer orders, ensuring a seamless experience for our shoppers. Our global presence extends to shipping to 81 countries and supporting more than 900 stores. On a daily basis, our network efficiently processes nearly 65,000 orders, shipping 17+ million orders in 2024. This extensive infrastructure and daily throughput underscores our commitment to efficient global logistics and customer satisfaction.

Get to Know the Role :

The Inventory Integrity Analyst is a specialized role focused on data and analytics to ensure the accuracy, quality, and optimal health of American Eagle Outfitters inventory records and physical stock. This role is responsible for identifying and researching the accuracy of inventory adjustments, performing root cause analysis, including the impact on Operational / Financial processes and Merchandising systems. This role collaborates with cross-functional teams on problem solving, reporting and providing solutions towards proper inventory management.

What You'll Do :

• Conduct in-depth, root cause analysis of inventory variances (e.g., shortages, overages, financial discrepancies) identified through cycle counts, or system reports
• Reconcile inventory data across multiple systems (e.g., WMS, COFE, KNAPP, HAI) to ensure consistency in material, quantity, and financial flows
• Analyze inventory adjustment history, quality audit results, and transaction data to identify recurring problems, process failures, and areas of high risk for inventory loss or inaccuracy
• Support internal and external compliance audits (e.g., SOX, Control) by providing inventory data, documentation, and variance analysis to ensure all processes adhere to financial and regulatory standards.
• Lead and support projects focused on optimizing inventory processes and reducing handling errors
• Create and present detailed reports and dashboards on inventory accuracy, adjustments and quality metrics to management and cross-functional teams.
• Daily research and reconciliation of inventory adjustments and the impact to the AEO shrink accounts
• Serve as SME lead working cross-functionally to identify potential issues, drive new department initiatives and efficiencies
• Train and educate on-site staff in proper inventory integrity and control techniques and practices as needed
• Collaborate cross-functionally & across sites on the identification, root cause and resolution of issues or identified opportunities
• Review, update and maintain all inventory SOX process information as needed based on process updates and / or changes
• Other duties and projects as assigned

What You Bring :

Pay / Benefits Information :

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About Us

Get to Know AEO

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (NYSE : AEO) is a leading global specialty retailer with a portfolio of beloved apparel brands including American Eagle, Aerie, OFFL / NE by Aerie, Todd Snyder and Unsubscribed.

Rooted in optimism, inclusivity and authenticity, AEO's brands empower every customer to celebrate their unique personal style by offering casual, comfortable, timeless outfitting and high-quality products that are made to last. In addition to a robust e-commerce business, we operate stores in the United States, Canada and Mexico, with merchandise available in more than 30 countries through a global network of license partners.

At AEO, we believe in the power of our people and our brands. Our Better Together culture creates a mutual desire to succeed-inspiring our community to excel, while driving future growth for the business and associates. Through experience, exposure and education we empower associates to build their unique career journey.

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access at AEO

We remain committed to building an inclusive culture that is welcoming and fosters a sense of belonging for everyone. Please see more about our initiatives here.

AEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity ("EEO") laws. AEO prohibits discrimination against associates and applicants for employment because of the individual's race or color, religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or partnership status, domestic violence or stalking victim status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This applies to all AEO activities, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, compensation, assignment, training, promotion, performance evaluation, discipline and discharge. AEO also provides reasonable accommodation of religion and disability in accordance with applicable law.

Applications will be accepted until the Apply Before date (if applicable), but may be extended based on applicant volume.