Inventory Deployment Analyst – Raw Material/WIP

Job overview

The Inventory Deployment Analyst – Raw Material/WIP position is based onsite at Kinder’s Walnut Creek, CA office; the posting gives a starting salary range of $105,000–$115,000 per year. Kinder’s makes food products sold nationwide and describes its work as bringing flavor to meals and supporting company growth. The analyst coordinates inventory movement across the supply chain, balancing product availability and service targets with cost-effective deployment. The role uses demand and inventory analysis, cross-functional coordination, reporting, and process improvement to support launches, promotions, and business objectives.

What you'll do

• Plan deployment timelines and schedule deployment windows
• communicate timelines and expectations
• analyze demand and inventory data to determine deployment strategies
• maintain deployment plans and monitor product availability and service targets
• identify and resolve inventory imbalances
• collaborate with demand planners, supply planners, logistics, and operations
• report on inventory health, service levels, and deployment effectiveness
• support product launches, seasonal events, and promotions
• improve deployment processes and investigate root causes of issues.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

inventory deployment analyst

raw materials

work in process

supply chain

inventory planning

demand analysis

distribution centers

walnut creek ca

kinder’s

onsite

$105k–$115k per year

consumer packaged goods

sap

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Benefits may include paid time off, 401(k), bonus or incentive eligibility, equity grants, health benefits, and parental leave, depending on eligibility.

Why this role

Supports finished goods and raw ingredients across the supply chain. Bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required; SAP familiarity is a plus. Benefits may include paid time off, 401(k), bonus or incentive eligibility, equity grants, health benefits, and parental leave, subject to eligibility.

About the employer

Kinder's is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing. Sector: 31.