Inventory analyst NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for inventory analyst.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for inventory analyst is 14403 (Purchasing and inventory control workers), a TEER 4 occupation — not skilled work for FSW or CEC.
NOC code
14403
TEER 4 · not skilled for FSW/CEC
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 14403 covers
Purchasing and inventory control workers process purchasing transactions and maintain inventories of materials, equipment and stock. They are employed by retail and wholesale establishments, manufacturing companies, government agencies and other establishments.
| Unit group | 14403 — Purchasing and inventory control workers |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 4 — usually requires a high school diploma or several weeks of on-the-job training |
| Broad category | Business, finance and administration occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Purchasing control workers
- Review requisition orders for accuracy and verify that materials, equipment and stock are not available from current inventories
- Source and obtain price quotations from catalogues and suppliers and prepare purchase orders
- Calculate cost of orders and charge or forward invoices to appropriate accounts
- Process purchases within purchasing authority
- Contact suppliers to schedule deliveries and to resolve shortages, missed deliveries and other problems
To use NOC 14403 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 14403 →
Other job titles under NOC 14403
- Inventory clerk
- Inventory control clerk
- Inventory planner
- Procurement clerk
- Purchasing clerk
- Purchasing clerk assistant
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for inventory analyst?+
In NOC 2021, "inventory analyst" is an example title in unit group 14403 — Purchasing and inventory control workers. It is a TEER 4 occupation in the "Business, finance and administration occupations" broad category.
Is inventory analyst eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 14403 is TEER 4. IRCC only counts TEER 0–3 work as skilled experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and Canadian Experience Class, so this work generally won't qualify for those programs on its own. Some provincial programs accept TEER 4–5 work.
Does inventory analyst get extra CRS points?+
NOC 14403 isn't on IRCC's high-wage list, so there are no extra high-wage or job offer points. Canadian work-length points still apply for TEER 0–3 work.
Can a inventory analyst get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 14403 isn't on any of IRCC's current category-based selection lists. You can still be invited in general, Canadian Experience Class or Provincial Nominee Program rounds.
What if my job title says inventory analyst but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 14403. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.