Distribution Center Capacity Planning Analyst

Description

The DC Capacity Planning Analyst at Arhaus plays a critical role in optimizing storage utilization across the company's warehouse network. This position involves analyzing current inventory levels, forecasting future receipts, and developing data-driven strategies to maximize space efficiency and support operational performance. The role partners closely with warehouse operations, supply chain, and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate capacity planning, proactive issue identification, and continuous improvement.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, and enhance reports, models, and dashboards to drive visibility and support operational decision-making
• Analyze current inventory levels and movement, storage utilization, and space requirements to identify optimization opportunities
• Recommend and support warehouse space optimization initiatives including racking modifications, consolidation opportunities, and inventory re-slotting
• Evaluate inbound shipments and future receipts to ensure adequate storage capacity and timely putaway execution
• Recommend inventory transfers between distribution centers to balance capacity and improve network efficiency
• Proactively communicate risks, constraints, and actionable solutions to operational and supply chain leadership
• Partner with DC operations to support space planning execution, including location configuration, label generation, and system updates that enable accurate inventory placement and optimal space utilization
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on space utilization, inventory accuracy, and process efficiency
• Assist with ad hoc reporting, analysis, and special projects as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Statistics, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field
• Strong proficiency in Excel including formulas, pivot tables, lookups, and data modeling; experience with BI tools such as Qlik preferred
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and translate findings into actionable recommendations
• Proven experience in logistics, supply chain, or warehouse operations, with solid knowledge of inventory placement, storage strategies, and warehouse management systems (WMS)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
• Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter with a high level of ownership, accountability, and integrity

Role Requirements

• ~15% travel, including out-of-state travel

About the Role

The DC Capacity Planning Analyst position at Arhaus is crucial for optimizing warehouse space efficiency and supporting operational performance. This role collaborates with various teams to ensure accurate capacity planning and continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

Arhaus offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. The company also provides professional development opportunities and a supportive work culture.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $90,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

The DC Capacity Planning Analyst typically works a standard Monday through Friday schedule, with occasional evening and weekend work required for special projects or events.