Senior Inventory Business Analyst

Senior Inventory Business Analyst Karl Storz Endoscopy United States, Massachusetts, Auburn Apr 23, 2026 About the Role The Inventory & Business Analyst - Sample Operations is responsible for driving inventory strategy, forecasting, and business analysis across the Sample Operations function, including NSW, Conventions, Field Samples, Rental, and Service Loaners. This role partners cross-functionally with Marketing, Sales, Demand Planning, Product Lifecycle Management, and Operations to ensure optimal product mix, inventory availability, and lifecycle management. This individual will play a key role in improving processes, managing inventory performance, and delivering data-driven insights to support business decisions. Key Responsibilities Lead inventory and business analysis across sample inventory and rental equipment, providing insights and guidance to Sample Operations leadership Partner with Marketing, Sales, and Sample Management to determine optimal product mix for sample portfolios Provide monthly (or more frequent) buy forecasts to Demand Planning to ensure inventory availability Oversee product lifecycle management, including disposition strategies across product lines Monitor sample spending and credits to ensure alignment with approved budgets Define, develop, and report on key inventory and order management metrics Develop and implement strategies to reduce excess and obsolete inventory, including pricing and sell-off plans Collaborate with Product Lifecycle Management on slow-moving inventory strategies Work closely with Operations Accounting to ensure accurate inventory transaction posting Establish and maintain Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with suppliers and customers Requirements Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) required 5-7+ years of experience in inventory planning, supply chain, or business analysis Strong working knowledge of Supply Chain Management principles Experience with MRP systems; SAP strongly preferred Advanced Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel Experience with Tableau (content creation) Proven ability to lead process improvement initiatives and system enhancements (including SAP testing/improvements) Strong understanding of inventory transactions and basic accounting concepts Nice to Have Advanced expertise in Tableau and data visualization Experience working in a complex, cross-functional operations or supply chain environment Exposure to medical device, manufacturing, or regulated industries What You'll Need to Succeed Ability to build strong relationships across departments and influence decision-making A collaborative, team-oriented mindset with strong interpersonal skills Persistence and curiosity to solve complex problems without "quick fixes" Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to communicate complex data clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences Results-driven mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence What We Offer Opportunity to work in a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment Exposure to strategic supply chain and inventory initiatives Career growth within a global MedTech organization Competitive compensation and benefits package

KARL STORZ

Company Overview

KARL STORZ

is a global leader in endoscopic technology and medical devices, known for its innovation, quality, and commitment to improving patient outcomes. As a family-owned company with a strong global presence, KARL STORZ fosters a collaborative and purpose-driven culture focused on advancing healthcare through cutting-edge solutions.