Technical Inventory Control Analyst

The Technical Inventory Control Analyst is responsible for providing analytical support driving benchmarking, metrics, continuous improvement, and change management initiatives across technical inventory work-streams. This role involves assisting in the collection of data and analysis of vessel's inventory accuracy, controls, reporting as well as process improvements for data recording/collection methods and standardization of inventory processes.  The Technical Inventory Control Analyst will work closely with shoreside and shipboard Technical and Deck / Maritime Operations collaborating with the Demand Planning, Inventory Control, and Procurement shoreside teams.  The ideal candidate will be able to proactively engage with cross-functional teams, strong attention to detail, strategic thinking and able to work in an agile and complex organization.

Essential Functions:

• Accountability 1:  Data Collection and Analysis - Provide analytical support for the shipboard teams associated to inventory accuruacy, controls, and reporting.  Assist in the creation of SOPs, and process flows. Assist with reviewing/updating system entered data. Ensure the vessels record keeping and ordering process is completed accurately working in collaboration with shoreside Demand Planning and Supply Planning ensuring appropriate inventory levels are properly maintained to meet onboard demands. Assist with process flow and reporting documents. Assists in flagging critical spares for each vessel.

• Accountability 2:  Process Improvement - Drive process improvements for data recording/collection methods and standardization of inventory processes. Assist in creating, maintaining, and provided continuous improvement plan for vessel Corrective Actions for data inaccuracies, inventory control gaps, and non-compliance issues.

• Accountability 3:  Collaboration - Work closely with shoreside and shipboard Technical and Deck / Maritime Operations, collaborating with the Demand Planning, Inventory Control, and Procurement shoreside teams in both day-to-day reporting as well as longer term projects. Provide analytical support for key strategic and corporate initiatives (MAST, Demand Planning, Supply Planning). Provide analytical support for development of business cases for new technologies, systems and programs to drive maintenance and inventory improvement initiatives.

• Accountability 4:  Benchmarking and Metrics - Provide analytical support driving benchmarking, metrics, continuous improvement, reporting and change management initiatives. Assist in the development and maintenance of Power BI dashboards & reports/ policies / SOPs.  Gather and share metrics, KPIs, corrective action data, and lessons learned through routine engagement and follow-ups with vessels and shoreside SMEs.  Routinely review defined parameters, acceptance ranges, and thresholds to ensure metric s and KPIs remain relevant to stakeholders.  Perform quality assurance of inventory reports made by crew identifying gaps to ensure accuracy and consistency. 

• Accountability 5:  Problem Solving = Anticipate supply chain disruptions, recognize anomalies in consumption or stock levels, and address issues before they escalate into operational delays or audit findings.

Qualifications:

• Required:  Bachelor's Degree required, preferred field of Data Analytics / Data Engineering

• 3+ Years experience in inventory controls and data analysis

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Expert level knowledge of Excel, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, and Tableau/Power BI

• Excellent verbal and written communication in English

• Working understanding of Data Warehouse, data virtualization, and data visualization

• Working knowledge of AMOS or similar WMS/ERP

• Preferred:   Postgraduate degree in Data Engineering / Data Analytics

• Understanding of Inventory Controls and difference between Inventory Control and Inventory Management

• Understanding of Stata/R or MATLAB     

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Scope: The role requires the ability to analyze large datasets to identify trends, inefficiencies, and compliance risks, fitting into the organization by ensuring inventory accuracy and efficiency across both onboard vessels and shore-based distribution centers, impacting global operations.  Success in this role depends on a strong ability to conduct in-depth research, apply critical thinking, and collaborate across departments to develop solutions that align with strategic objectives and regulatory requirements. Through this problem-solving focus, the Analyst plays a crucial part in transforming inventory into a managed, cost-effective asset that supports fleet-wide technical performance.

• Problem solving: The Technical Inventory Control Analyst must navigate complex inventory challenges, analyze large datasets, and translate data into actionable insights to improve inventory accuracy and reduce waste, proactive addressing root causes and impacting change management to prevent recurrence.

• Impact: The role has a significant impact on operational readiness, compliance, and cost-effectiveness of inventory management, supporting fleet-wide technical performance. By delivering data-driven insights and identifying opportunities for optimization, the Analyst directly influences inventory accuracy, cost efficiency, and supply chain reliability. This role supports the standardization of inventory processes and performance metrics across vessels and distribution centers, helping to establish consistent practices that align with corporate objectives and regulatory standards. 

• Leadership: While not a direct leadership role, the Analyst must demonstrate leadership in problem-solving, process improvement, and cross-departmental collaboration.

• Knowledge: Understanding of workplace policies and procedures / Familiarity with team collaboration tools and techniques.

• Skills:  Strong time management and organizational skills

• Abilities:  Ability to maintain reliable and consistent attendance / Capacity to be punctual and meet deadlines / Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and work as part of a team / Demonstrated professionalism in all interactions and tasks.

Physical Demands: Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.

Travel: None or very little travel likely

Work Conditions: Work beyond normal business hours or on weekends may be required occasionally to support business needs, projects, or operations.

This position is classified as "in-office."  As an in-office role, it requires employees to work from a designated Carnival office in South Florida Tuesday through Thursday each week. Employees may work from their homes on Mondays and Fridays.  Candidates must be located in (or willing to relocate to) the Miami/Ft. Lauderdale area. 

Offers to selected candidates will be made on a fair and equitable basis, taking into