Sr. Inventory Analyst

Fanatics Commerce is the global leader in licensed sports merchandise, operating a vertically integrated platform that designs, manufactures, and delivers officially licensed apparel, jerseys, headwear, and collectibles for major leagues, teams, and events worldwide. With more than 900 e-commerce sites and a global omnichannel presence across digital, in-venue, and retail, Fanatics Commerce reaches fans in over 180 countries and powers official fan experiences for many of the world's most iconic sports properties. At Fanatics, we bring our BOLD Leadership Principles to life every day - building championship teams, obsessing over fans, acting with entrepreneurial speed, and delivering with a determined and relentless mindset. # Sr. Inventory Analyst Fanatics Commerce is the global leader in licensed sports merchandise, operating a vertically integrated platform that designs, manufactures, and delivers officially licensed apparel, jerseys, headwear, and collectibles for major leagues, teams, and events worldwide. With more than 900 e-commerce sites and a global omnichannel presence across digital, in-venue, and retail, Fanatics Commerce reaches fans in over 180 countries and powers official fan experiences for many of the world's most iconic sports properties. At Fanatics, we bring our BOLD Leadership Principles to life every day—building championship teams, obsessing over fans, acting with limitless entrepreneurial spirit, and delivering with a determined and relentless mindset. As we continue to scale our global platform, the Sr. Inventory Analyst will play a critical role in strengthening inventory accuracy, financial controls, and operational decision-making across Fanatics Brands' internal and external network. #### ROLE OVERVIEW The Sr. Inventory Analyst supports the Inventory Integrity team within Fanatics Brands by analyzing inventory discrepancies, identifying root causes, and translating findings into sustainable cross-functional business process and system improvements. Working closely with Accounting, Finance, Operations, Distribution, Supply Chain, and Technology, this role ensures inventory transactions are recorded accurately, classified appropriately, and supported by effective SOX controls — while also contributing to transformational initiatives including new ERP and inventory-management capabilities. The Sr. Inventory Analyst delivers business and fan impact through BOLD leadership and execution excellence, leveraging data, automation, and AI-enabled insights. #### HOW WILL YOU DRIVE IMPACT Success is measured by the ability to deliver results through BOLD capabilities and measurable outcomes. Team & Leadership Impact (Build Championship Teams) - Partner cross-functionally with Accounting, Finance, Operations, Distribution, Supply Chain, and Technology to ensure inventory transactions are recorded accurately and controls are consistently applied across the network. - Serve as a subject matter expert on end-to-end inventory business processes, translating findings into standard operating procedures, control enhancements, and training that elevate team capability and alignment. - Support ERP transition and inventory-control projects through analysis, testing, implementation, and post-launch stabilization, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to drive successful adoption. Fan & Customer Impact (Obsessed with Fans) - Ensure inventory accuracy and on-time availability of licensed fan merchandise by identifying and resolving discrepancies quickly, with durable corrective actions that minimize recurrence. - Build and maintain KPIs, dashboards, and exception reporting that measure service-level performance and provide business partners with clear, actionable insights to improve inventory accountability and operational performance. - Support cycle-count programs, reconciliations, and inventory monitoring frameworks across internal and external facilities to sustain reliable fulfillment for fans across all channels. - Contribute to new process and system rollouts that enhance the speed and accuracy with which fan orders are processed and fulfilled across the Fanatics Brands network. Innovation & Problem Solving (Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit) - Mine and analyze inventory and transaction data from multiple platforms, connecting disparate data sources to build interactive dashboards and actionable reporting using Excel, Microsoft Access, MicroStrategy, and emerging AI capabilities. - Apply data-mining and exception-reporting techniques across high-volume SKU, location, and transaction data to proactively surface risk indicators and process breakdowns before they impact financial results. - Identify high-risk operational processes and recommend practical process, control, and technology solutions — including AI-enabled analytical tools — that drive scalable, sustainable improvement. - Develop and implement cross-functional inventory processes and controls that support SOX compliance while advancing the organization's broader digital and automation capabilities. Ownership & Execution (Determined & Relentless Mindset) - Analyze and reconcile inventory discrepancies, determine root causes, quantify business impact, and drive corrective actions — recommending financial reserves where appropriate to ensure accurate financial reporting. - Establish and maintain a comprehensive inventory monitoring and control framework across internal and external facilities, including aging and activity analysis, risk indicators, audits, and cycle-count programs. - Manage competing priorities with a strong sense of urgency and constructive judgment, working independently to meet deadlines during demanding situations including financial close cycles and ERP transition milestones. - Travel approximately 15–20% to support inventory audits and the rollout of new processes or systems across the Fanatics Brands network. #### AI & DIGITAL CAPABILITY We are building a future-ready organization. This role is expected to: - Apply AI and technology to improve efficiency, quality, and outcomes - Use data and digital tools to inform decisions and enhance performance - Demonstrate curiosity and adaptability in adopting new technologies and ways of working - Contribute to a culture of innovation and continuous improvement #### CAPABILITIES & EXPERIENCE YOU BRING Required Qualifications: - 3–5 years of relevant professional experience in inventory analysis, supply chain, operations, accounting, finance, or a related field. - Demonstrated ability to analyze multiple data sources and business processes, identify patterns, and translate findings into actionable recommendations with measurable business impact. - Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, advanced logic-based formulas, PivotTables, lookup functions, connecting disparate data sources, and data visualization. - Strong working knowledge of inventory, manufacturing, supply chain, and logistics processes, including cycle-count programs, inventory controls, and warehouse-management systems. - Demonstrated ability to apply structured problem-solving techniques and implement sustainable business-process improvements across cross-functional teams. - Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail; ability to work independently and manage competing priorities under pressure. - Preferred: hands-on experience with ERP platforms (Oracle or SAP), business intelligence platforms (Power BI or MicroStrategy), SQL, Microsoft Access, SharePoint, AI-enabled analytical tools, and/or APICS certification in inventory management or a related discipline. Education: Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, accounting, or a related field preferred. #### WORK LOCATION Hybrid: The primary place of performance of this role is the Company's office located in Tampa, Florida, subject to the Company's current hybrid work policy. This role currently requires in-office presence **3 days per week**. At Fanatics, we operate with a BOLD mindset—We Build Championship Teams, we're Obsessed with Fans, we embrace a Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit, and we approach every challenge with a Determined & Relentless Mindset. If you're ready to contribute to a dynamic, fast-paced environment that thrives on collaboration and growth, we want you to be part of our team. *At Fanatics, we operate with a BOLD mindset - We Build Championship Teams, we’re Obsessed with Fans, we embrace a Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit, and we approach every challenge with a Determined and Relentless Mindset. If you’re ready to contribute to a dynamic, fast-paced environment that thrives on collaboration and growth, we want you to be part of our team.* ***ABOUT US*** *Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally.* ***ABOUT THE TEAM*** *Fanatics Commerce is a leading designer, manufacturer, and seller of licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods. It operates a vertically-integrated platform of digital and physical capabilities for leading sports leagues, teams, colleges, and associations globally – as well as its flagship site, [](http://www.fanatics.com).* *Fanatics Commerce has a broad range of online, sports venue, and vertical apparel partnerships worldwide, including comprehensive partnerships with leading leagues, teams, colleges, and sports organizations across the world—including the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS, Formula 1, and Australian Football League (AFL); the Dallas Cowboys, Golden State Warriors, Paris Saint-Germain, Chelsea FC, and Tokyo Giants; the University of Notre Dame, University of Alabama, and University of Texas; the International Olympic Committee (IOC), England Rugby, and the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA).* *At Fanatics Commerce, we infuse our BOLD Leadership Principles in everything we do:* *· Build Championship Teams* *· Obsessed with Fans* *· Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit* *· Determined and Relentless Mindset* *By submitting your application, you agree to our terms of service and acknowledge you have read our [Candidate Privacy Policy.](https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5ff494b9931735466ce28d5b/t/69de53bde2c02c25e9c38758/1776178110037/Candidate+Privacy+Policy+April+2026.pdf)* *Fanatics will never ask candidates for money, banking information, or other sensitive personal information as part of the interview process. 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