Inventory Analyst

Who we are:

Atkore is forging a future where our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better together – a future focused on serving the customer and powering and protecting the world.

With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions.

Who we are looking for:

We are searching for an Inventory Analyst to be based out of our Phoenix Prefab site. Reporting to the Operations Manager, this person will be responsible for the Inventory, Traffic and Logistics coordination within the Distribution department at the Phoenix, AZ facility. The Inventory Analyst will work with the Distribution team to ensure delivery metrics are met to maximize profitable growth, drive quality improvements, and provide world class customer service.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two (2) years inventory control experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in lean manufacturing or business system-based company is a plus.

What you’ll do:

• Perform activities as needed to support regular inventory counts and schedules.
• Troubleshoot quantity discrepancies.
• Validate paperwork, confirm inbound receipts and acknowledge invoices.
• Schedule shipments, arrivals and manage department workload by communicating with external and internal customers.
• Maintain ship verification accuracy and process BOL’s as they are submitted.
• Monitor flow of materials and products to ensure on time delivery.
• Accurately document any product overages, shortages, or damage and manage any variances in quantity ordered vs quantity received.
• Troubleshoot, investigate and resolve distribution center issues as they arise. Ensuring schedule remains on time.
• Place purchase orders for MRO and material items as needed.
• Work with supply chain team to release material based on schedule.
• Be a leader in the Unistrut Prefab department by being accountable for the site’s safety, quality, delivery and cost.
• Assist Manufacturing in various projects, such as Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvements and Problem Solving.
• Participate and/or Lead in Continuous Improvement Activities.
• Embrace and foster and environment that supports our core values of Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence.

What you’ll bring:

• Minimum of two (2) years of inventory control experience, distribution/shipping experience or equivalent combination of education and experience in a manufacturing environment. Familiarity with ERP systems strongly preferred.
• Intermediate knowledge in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel) required.
• Capability to prioritize and plan efficiently and effectively in an ever-changing customer service environment.
• Satisfaction driven environment; Ability to thrive in a fast-paced high-volume environment.
• Flexibility within a diverse organization is a must; Self-motivated, self-directed. Ability to work remote as necessary while maintaining appropriate communications with area management, internal and external customers.
• Attention to detail; Organized; Self driven, self-starter.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks accurately and meet deadline in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to build relationships and work well in a team-oriented environment.

Within 3 months, you’ll:

• Complete your Atkore immersion program.
• Understand how your job will deliver Atkore’s strategy.
• Gain an understanding of the distribution team and how we support and deliver results.
• Gain an understanding of the materials and resources needed to be effective and successful in your role.

Within 6 months, you’ll:

• Build effective working relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Fully understand the planning, scheduling, inventory and deliver processes.
• Create work instructions to standardize requirements related to the position.

Within 12 months, you’ll:

• Deliver on projects and results that positively impact the business.
• Provide support for key initiatives that deliver Atkore’s strategy.
• Help find opportunities and bring new solutions with a focus on continuous improvement.

Atkore is a four-time Great Place to Work© certified company and a two-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! We’re committed to creating an engaged, aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results and stays focused on being standout leaders. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors consistent with our core values.

Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!