Inventory Analyst

Company:Driven Brands Driven Brands is North America's largest automotive services company with a portfolio of iconic brands including Take 5 Oil Change®, Meineke Car Care Centers®, Maaco®, 1-800-Radiator & A/C®, Auto Glass Now®, and CARSTAR®. Our vision is to fuel the pursuit with the simplest, most convenient, and most reliable car care experience. Headquartered in Charlotte, NC, Driven Brands is more than a workplace. We're a launchpad — for careers, for dreams, and for people driven to do great things. Every day, we fuel the pursuit — for our customers chasing life's moments, for our franchisees building lasting legacies, and for each other as we grow, lead, and succeed together. Performance matters. We take pride in it. We own it. We show up for one another and for our communities. Because at Driven Brands, we're not just fixing cars. We're building futures, unlocking potential, and fueling what's possible — together. JOB DESCRIPTION: Position Summary: The Inventory Analyst is responsible for ensuring accurate inventory management across all locations and systems. This role involves analyzing inventory data, reconciling discrepancies, forecasting demand, and supporting process improvements that maintain accurate reporting and efficient inventory flow. The Inventory Analyst partners closely with Operations, Accounting, Procurement, and IT to ensure end-to-end visibility and control over inventory levels and cost. How you will Own It:

• Monitor, analyze, and reconcile inventory between point-of-sale, warehouse, and accounting systems.
• Perform root cause analysis on inventory discrepancies and variances.
• Prepare and maintain detailed reports on inventory accuracy, aging, usage trends, and valuation.
• Support period-end closing activities, including reconciliations between subledger and general ledger.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to improve inventory control procedures and data integrity.
• Maintain item master data accuracy and ensure consistent SKU-level tracking.
• Identify slow-moving, obsolete, or excess inventory and make recommendations for resolution.
• Assist in cycle counts, audits, and physical inventory processes.
• Provide data-driven insights to support cost optimization and forecasting.
• Collaborate with IT or system support teams to troubleshoot and enhance system performance related to inventory management.

What you’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in inventory analysis, accounting, or operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Excel and experience with ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, or NetSuite.
• Familiarity with POS systems and inventory reporting tools is preferred.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Added Fuel if you have:

• Experience in reconciliation of subledger to general ledger.
• Knowledge of cost accounting principles and inventory valuation methods (FIFO, Weighted Average, etc.).
• SQL or data analysis tool experience (BigQuery)

Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Position Location: North Carolina

Compensation

Range: $70,200.00 - $125,400.00

Compensation

Frequency: Annual Base pay offered may vary depending on actual location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Supplemental pay types may include commissions or bonus incentives, depending on the role. Driven Brands offers a variety of health and wellness benefits including paid time off and holiday pay. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.drivenbrandsbenefits.com Get early access to 50% of your earned wages at any time through our myFlexPay program. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job