Job Description
Role Overview
MS2 Retail is a Canadian retail advisory and operations partner focused on empowering small and mid-size retailers worldwide through remote team augmentation and scalable capability solutions. We blend real-life retail experience with data-driven execution to help brands strengthen core functions such as merchandising, planning, supply chain, e-commerce, and customer support.
We are seeking an experienced Inventory Analyst to support our Client a mid-size menswear retail business on a remote, contract basis .
This is a hands-on allocation and replenishment role focused on size-intensive apparel, working closely with Planning and Buying to optimize inventory productivity across stores and e-commerce. The role requires strong analytical capability, disciplined execution, and the ability to operate independently in a remote environment while supporting store-level needs.
This is a Contract temporary role that requires 8:30AM to 5:00PM EST working hours. Remote.
Key Responsibilities
Allocation, Sizing & Replenishment
Plan and execute allocations by class for distribution to stores and e-commerce
Develop, maintain, and refine size scales and size models based on historical performance, trends, and store profiles
Allocate product according to store clustering, regional trends, and channel performance
Analyze sizing, depth, and distribution effectiveness and recommend corrective actions
Support OTB productivity through data-driven allocation and replenishment decisions
Performance Analysis & Reporting
Produce weekly allocation, replenishment, and inventory performance reports
Analyze store- and channel-level performance (sales, sell-through, weeks of supply, stock health)
Partner with Planners and Buyers to understand performance drivers and support in-season decisions
Identify size, price-point, and class-level trends and translate insights into action
Purchase Orders, On-Order & DC Flow
Upload, manage, and track purchase orders and DC distributions with a high degree of accuracy
Ensure product flow is reflected accurately on the on-order at least two weeks ahead of the month start
Manage weekly receipts and on-order adjustments, ensuring variance reporting accuracy
Take ownership of PO changes, including pricing, delivery dates, sizes, descriptions, and quantities
Ensure orders are prepared and communicated in a timely manner to support execution
Store & Cross-Functional Support
Respond to store allocation and inventory queries in a timely and service-oriented manner
Communicate changes to BIR / replenishment models and allocation logic as required
Act as a key link between Planning, Buying, and Operations to ensure alignment
Support consistent, clear communication despite remote and time-zone differences
Required Skills & Experience
4+ years of experience in allocation, replenishment, or inventory analysis, preferably in menswear or apparel
Strong experience working with size-intensive commodities (e.g., tailored clothing, denim, shirts, outerwear)
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis); comfort working with large datasets
Strong understanding of store-level performance and omnichannel inventory dynamics
Experience managing POs, on-order, DC flows, and store distributions
Highly detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and follow-through
Ability to work independently and manage deadlines in a remote, contract-based environment
Preferred Qualifications
Background in retail, merchandising, planning, or supply chain
Strong English communications skills and demonstrated ability to work directly with North American companies.
Experience supporting both brick-and-mortar and e-commerce channels
Familiarity with merchandising or ERP systems (e.g., SAP, JDA, Blue Yonder, or similar)
Strong written and verbal communication skills when working with remote teams and stores
What This Role Offers
Flexible, remote contract engagement
Opportunity to work closely with Planning and Buying on core business decisions directly with a Canadian Retail
High-impact role focused on real execution, not just reporting
Ideal for experienced allocators who thrive in data-driven, operational retail environments
MS2 Retail is a Canadian retail advisory and operations partner focused on empowering small and mid-size retailers worldwide through remote team augmentation and scalable capability solutions. We blend real-life retail experience with data-driven execution to help brands strengthen core functions such as merchandising, planning, supply chain, e-commerce, and customer support.
We are seeking an experienced Inventory Analyst to support our Client a mid-size menswear retail business on a remote, contract basis .
This is a hands-on allocation and replenishment role focused on size-intensive apparel, working closely with Planning and Buying to optimize inventory productivity across stores and e-commerce. The role requires strong analytical capability, disciplined execution, and the ability to operate independently in a remote environment while supporting store-level needs.
This is a Contract temporary role that requires 8:30AM to 5:00PM EST working hours. Remote.
Key Responsibilities
Allocation, Sizing & Replenishment
Plan and execute allocations by class for distribution to stores and e-commerce
Develop, maintain, and refine size scales and size models based on historical performance, trends, and store profiles
Allocate product according to store clustering, regional trends, and channel performance
Analyze sizing, depth, and distribution effectiveness and recommend corrective actions
Support OTB productivity through data-driven allocation and replenishment decisions
Performance Analysis & Reporting
Produce weekly allocation, replenishment, and inventory performance reports
Analyze store- and channel-level performance (sales, sell-through, weeks of supply, stock health)
Partner with Planners and Buyers to understand performance drivers and support in-season decisions
Identify size, price-point, and class-level trends and translate insights into action
Purchase Orders, On-Order & DC Flow
Upload, manage, and track purchase orders and DC distributions with a high degree of accuracy
Ensure product flow is reflected accurately on the on-order at least two weeks ahead of the month start
Manage weekly receipts and on-order adjustments, ensuring variance reporting accuracy
Take ownership of PO changes, including pricing, delivery dates, sizes, descriptions, and quantities
Ensure orders are prepared and communicated in a timely manner to support execution
Store & Cross-Functional Support
Respond to store allocation and inventory queries in a timely and service-oriented manner
Communicate changes to BIR / replenishment models and allocation logic as required
Act as a key link between Planning, Buying, and Operations to ensure alignment
Support consistent, clear communication despite remote and time-zone differences
Required Skills & Experience
4+ years of experience in allocation, replenishment, or inventory analysis, preferably in menswear or apparel
Strong experience working with size-intensive commodities (e.g., tailored clothing, denim, shirts, outerwear)
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis); comfort working with large datasets
Strong understanding of store-level performance and omnichannel inventory dynamics
Experience managing POs, on-order, DC flows, and store distributions
Highly detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and follow-through
Ability to work independently and manage deadlines in a remote, contract-based environment
Preferred Qualifications
Background in retail, merchandising, planning, or supply chain
Strong English communications skills and demonstrated ability to work directly with North American companies.
Experience supporting both brick-and-mortar and e-commerce channels
Familiarity with merchandising or ERP systems (e.g., SAP, JDA, Blue Yonder, or similar)
Strong written and verbal communication skills when working with remote teams and stores
What This Role Offers
Flexible, remote contract engagement
Opportunity to work closely with Planning and Buying on core business decisions directly with a Canadian Retail
High-impact role focused on real execution, not just reporting
Ideal for experienced allocators who thrive in data-driven, operational retail environments
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