H-1B Visa Inventory Analyst Jobs
Inventory Analyst jobs attract H-1B visa sponsorship at manufacturers, retailers, and logistics firms that need degree-level supply chain expertise. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, granting status for up to three years with extensions available to a six-year maximum.
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The Inventory Analyst will be responsible for optimizing inventory levels at each node of the network and ensuring product is moving to the right location at the right time, with the right volume. The Inventory Analyst will manage the most critical or complex business categories on each team and serves as a leader regarding all inventory activities for their assigned businesses. A best-in-class Inventory Analyst will help build a long-term strategy for the category in partnership with their manager & cross functional partners across Merchandising, Marketing, Pricing, & Supply Chain.
What will you do?
Core Execution
- Place purchase orders from vendors to AAP Distribution Centers to maintain adequate inventory to support AAP Company Owned stores and hundreds of Independently operated stores
- Ensure that proper inventory levels are maintained by consistently reviewing KPIs such as weeks of supply and depth in-stock metrics
- Track vendor PO’s from order point to DC to ensure vendors are shipping on time and in full
- Root cause supplier issues to maintain acceptable performance
- Monitor product flow throughout the supply chain to create an excellent customer experience
- Participate in Lifecycle Management review process; determine path forward for slow moving product and obsolete inventory
- Monitor inventory-turn performance and identify opportunities to optimize inventory levels
- Root cause analysis and troubleshooting when stores or DCs are out of stock
Collaboration/Partnership
- Leader in establishing a strong, collaborative, vendor-facing relationship to ensure expectations are defined and achieved
- Mentor and develop less experienced Inventory Planners with day-to-day responsibilities
- Develop and foster a cohesive team environment with immediate team and cross-functional partners alike
Business Analysis/Insights
- Review KPIs and reporting against targets to provide visibility to partners and leadership. Work with key partners to measure progress against targets
- Ability to tell data-driven stories, using information from multiple sources, to provide actionable insights
- Ability to work with large amounts of data and create reports for Senior Management team
- Conduct ad hoc analysis to understand business opportunities and develop plans to address
Communication
- Effectively communicate with cross functional teams, field team members and leadership to present data and resolution
- Demonstrate excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills to influence an optimal outcome
- Proactively communicate and resolve all issues regarding product flow from Vendor to DC to Store and resolve potential service disruptions
Location & Work Availability:
This position is Hybrid (4 days in office, 1 day remote), based at our corporate headquarters in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Qualifications
- Advanced Excel and analytical skills required, with strong aptitude in retail math and inventory management. Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in these areas to be considered for this position.
- Experience & familiarity in inventory management systems and Software (in Blue Yonder, Relex or Manhattan Associates, or SAP)
- Self-motivated, passionate, and enthusiastic individual ready to bring energy and excitement to lead their business
- Outstanding organizational skills with a natural curiosity and interest in problem solving
- Flexible team player who thrives in environments requiring ability to effectively prioritize and delegate workload, juggling multiple concurrent projects and deliverables
- Strong sense of urgency to change, adapt, and push processes forward
- Curiosity to ask “why” behind the data and dig into the root cause opportunities.
Certifications, Experience, and Education
- Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in a planning and/or inventory management field; and
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or other related field; or
- Equivalent combination of education and/or experience
Benefits Summary
We believe in supporting our Team Members and those they love through comprehensive health & wellness benefits. Learn more here: https://jobs.advanceautoparts.com/us/en/benefits
Company Overview
Advance Auto Parts, Inc. is a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider that serves both professional installer and do-it-yourself customers. As of January 3, 2026, Advance operated 4,305 stores primarily within the United States, with additional locations in Canada, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The Company also served 809 independently owned Carquest branded stores across these locations in addition to Mexico and various Caribbean islands. Additional information about Advance, including employment opportunities, customer services, and online shopping for parts, accessories and other offerings can be found at www.AdvanceAutoParts.com.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state, and local protected class. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
California Residents click below for Privacy Notice:
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Job Summary
The Inventory Analyst will be responsible for optimizing inventory levels at each node of the network and ensuring product is moving to the right location at the right time, with the right volume. The Inventory Analyst will manage the most critical or complex business categories on each team and serves as a leader regarding all inventory activities for their assigned businesses. A best-in-class Inventory Analyst will help build a long-term strategy for the category in partnership with their manager & cross functional partners across Merchandising, Marketing, Pricing, & Supply Chain.
What will you do?
Core Execution
- Place purchase orders from vendors to AAP Distribution Centers to maintain adequate inventory to support AAP Company Owned stores and hundreds of Independently operated stores
- Ensure that proper inventory levels are maintained by consistently reviewing KPIs such as weeks of supply and depth in-stock metrics
- Track vendor PO’s from order point to DC to ensure vendors are shipping on time and in full
- Root cause supplier issues to maintain acceptable performance
- Monitor product flow throughout the supply chain to create an excellent customer experience
- Participate in Lifecycle Management review process; determine path forward for slow moving product and obsolete inventory
- Monitor inventory-turn performance and identify opportunities to optimize inventory levels
- Root cause analysis and troubleshooting when stores or DCs are out of stock
Collaboration/Partnership
- Leader in establishing a strong, collaborative, vendor-facing relationship to ensure expectations are defined and achieved
- Mentor and develop less experienced Inventory Planners with day-to-day responsibilities
- Develop and foster a cohesive team environment with immediate team and cross-functional partners alike
Business Analysis/Insights
- Review KPIs and reporting against targets to provide visibility to partners and leadership. Work with key partners to measure progress against targets
- Ability to tell data-driven stories, using information from multiple sources, to provide actionable insights
- Ability to work with large amounts of data and create reports for Senior Management team
- Conduct ad hoc analysis to understand business opportunities and develop plans to address
Communication
- Effectively communicate with cross functional teams, field team members and leadership to present data and resolution
- Demonstrate excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills to influence an optimal outcome
- Proactively communicate and resolve all issues regarding product flow from Vendor to DC to Store and resolve potential service disruptions
Location & Work Availability:
This position is Hybrid (4 days in office, 1 day remote), based at our corporate headquarters in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Qualifications
- Advanced Excel and analytical skills required, with strong aptitude in retail math and inventory management. Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in these areas to be considered for this position.
- Experience & familiarity in inventory management systems and Software (in Blue Yonder, Relex or Manhattan Associates, or SAP)
- Self-motivated, passionate, and enthusiastic individual ready to bring energy and excitement to lead their business
- Outstanding organizational skills with a natural curiosity and interest in problem solving
- Flexible team player who thrives in environments requiring ability to effectively prioritize and delegate workload, juggling multiple concurrent projects and deliverables
- Strong sense of urgency to change, adapt, and push processes forward
- Curiosity to ask “why” behind the data and dig into the root cause opportunities.
Certifications, Experience, and Education
- Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in a planning and/or inventory management field; and
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or other related field; or
- Equivalent combination of education and/or experience
Benefits Summary
We believe in supporting our Team Members and those they love through comprehensive health & wellness benefits. Learn more here: https://jobs.advanceautoparts.com/us/en/benefits
Company Overview
Advance Auto Parts, Inc. is a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider that serves both professional installer and do-it-yourself customers. As of January 3, 2026, Advance operated 4,305 stores primarily within the United States, with additional locations in Canada, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The Company also served 809 independently owned Carquest branded stores across these locations in addition to Mexico and various Caribbean islands. Additional information about Advance, including employment opportunities, customer services, and online shopping for parts, accessories and other offerings can be found at www.AdvanceAutoParts.com.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
LI-CC1
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state, and local protected class. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
California Residents click below for Privacy Notice:
https: //jobs.advanceautoparts.com/us/en/disclosures
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Inventory Analyst
Map your degree to supply chain
USCIS evaluates whether your bachelor's degree field directly relates to inventory analysis duties. A degree in supply chain management, industrial engineering, operations research, or business analytics gives your sponsoring employer the clearest specialty occupation argument on your I-129 petition.
Pull prevailing wages before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level for SOC code 13-1081 in your target metro. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above that level, so knowing the floor before salary talks prevents offer letters that USCIS will flag.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to find companies with verified H-1B LCA filings for inventory and supply chain roles. Employers who have filed before understand the process and are far less likely to withdraw an offer once they see the sponsorship timeline.
Confirm each worksite gets its own LCA
If your Inventory Analyst role requires rotating between distribution centers or plant locations, each worksite needs a separately certified LCA. Raise this with your employer's HR or immigration counsel before accepting an offer to avoid compliance gaps after you start.
Align your resume to O*NET duty descriptions
Review the O*NET profile for Production, Planning, and Expediting Clerks versus Logisticians. Frame your resume around degree-level analytical duties, demand forecasting, and ERP system oversight rather than clerical tasks to support the specialty occupation classification in your petition.
Account for cap selection timing in your offer
H-1B cap selection rules have changed recently, so negotiate your offer start date with that uncertainty in mind. Ask USCIS for premium processing if your employer qualifies, which cuts the adjudication window significantly and reduces the gap between selection and your authorized start date.
H-1B Visa Inventory Analyst: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Inventory Analyst role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It depends on how the position is defined and the employer's requirements. When an employer requires a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, industrial engineering, operations research, or a closely related field, and the role centers on analytical duties like demand forecasting, inventory optimization, and ERP data analysis, USCIS will typically accept the specialty occupation classification. Employers who list a generic degree requirement or emphasize clerical tasks risk an RFE.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for Inventory Analyst positions?
Browse Migrate Mate's job board, which surfaces employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for supply chain and operations roles. Focusing on companies that have already navigated the LCA and I-129 process for similar positions reduces the chance an employer will back out when they learn what sponsorship involves.
What happens if my Inventory Analyst job moves to a different warehouse or facility after I start?
Each new worksite requires a separately certified LCA filed with DOL before you begin working there. This is a hard compliance requirement under H-1B portability rules. Your employer needs to initiate the new LCA as soon as a worksite change is confirmed, not after you have already relocated. Skipping this step exposes both you and your employer to DOL audit liability.
Can I switch employers while on H-1B status as an Inventory Analyst?
Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you change employers once your I-129 has been pending for 180 days or more, provided the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. Your new employer must file a fresh I-129 petition before your first day. You can begin work at the new company once USCIS receives that petition, without waiting for approval.
How long does H-1B status last for an Inventory Analyst, and can it be extended?
USCIS grants initial H-1B status for up to three years, extendable to a six-year maximum in additional three-year increments. Extensions beyond six years require an approved or pending immigrant visa petition. Each extension requires a new I-129 filing and a new certified LCA reflecting the prevailing wage at the time of filing.