Supply Chain Analyst, Inventory

About the position

Make an Impact! At McGraw Hill we create best-in-class, next-generation learning platforms that are used by millions of students and educators worldwide from kindergarten through graduate school. Our goal is to accelerate student success through intuitive and effective learning tools and content that maximize a teacher’s time and a student’s learning experience. We do all of this in a supportive, collaborative environment where you can grow your career in a way that fits into your life. How can you make an impact? McGraw Hill, the leading provider of digital and print educational resources, is looking for a Supply Chain Analyst, Inventory. The Supply Chain Analyst is responsible for managing a defined portfolio of products to ensure the right inventory is available to support service level and business objectives. This role translates demand forecasts into actionable supply decisions by analyzing historical demand, monitoring inventory positions, creating purchase orders and work orders, and actively managing backorders. The Supply Chain Analyst partners closely with Demand Planning, Manufacturing, Operations, and Customer Service to balance supply, cost, and service. This is an entry‑level role designed for individuals looking to build a foundation in inventory and supply planning through hands‑on ownership of products and day‑to-day execution. This is a remote position open to applicants authorized to work for any employer within the United States. While this position is remote, preference will be given to candidates based in the Eastern or Central Time Zones.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a portfolio of assigned SKUs, maintaining appropriate inventory levels to support forecasted demand and service goals
  • Review demand forecasts and translate them into replenishment and production requirements
  • Analyze historical sales and inventory movement to identify trends, risks, and planning assumptions
  • Create, maintain, and release purchase orders and work orders in accordance with planning policies and lead times
  • Monitor inventory positions, on-hand balances, and inbound supply to proactively address gaps or excess
  • Own backorder management for assigned products, including root cause identification and resolution planning
  • Coordinate with Manufacturing, Operations, and Customer Service to prioritize supply recovery and customer fulfillment
  • Communicate supply issues, risks, and recovery timelines clearly to stakeholders
  • Track and follow up on late or constrained supply to minimize service impact
  • Use Excel to track inventory, demand, supply, and backorders
  • Maintain planning files, logs, and reports to support decision-making and communication
  • Analyze variances between forecast, orders, and actual demand to support continuous improvement
  • Leverage Power BI dashboards to review trends and performance
  • Collaborate closely with Demand Planning to understand forecast changes, seasonality, and product transitions
  • Partner with Manufacturing and Operations on production schedules, lead times, and constraints
  • Support Finance and Planning teams with inventory and supply inputs as needed

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Finance, or a related field
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, basic data analysis)
  • 2+ years of experience in a professional setting (Supply Chain and/or Finance experience preferred)
  • Ability to analyze data, identify issues, and make logical planning recommendations
  • Strong attention to detail and follow through
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple products and priorities in a deadline-driven environment

Nice-to-haves

  • Internship or early career experience in supply chain, inventory planning, operations, or manufacturing
  • Experience working with ERP or planning systems (any platform)
  • Familiarity with inventory concepts such as lead times, safety stock, backorders, and service levels
  • Ability to interpret and navigate Power BI dashboards
  • Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team

Benefits

  • The work you do at McGraw Hill will be work that matters. We are collectively designing content that will build the future of education. Play your part and experience a sense of fulfilment that will inspire you to even greater heights.
  • The pay range for this position is between \$47,500 - \$70,000 annually. However, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location. Additionally, a full range of medical and/or other benefits may be provided, depending on the position offered. Click here to learn more about our benefit offerings.
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