Inventory Analyst

Job Title: Inventory Analyst

Job Description

We are seeking an Inventory Analyst to manage end-to-end inventory for remanufactured products, ensuring accurate tracking and timely resolution of issues. This role involves working within an automotive distribution center network, focusing on inventory accuracy and collaboration with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage inventory for remanufactured Core products, including returns from dealerships.
• Monitor inventory movement, balances, discrepancies, and aging across approximately 36 distribution and supplier-supported locations.
• Maintain accurate inventory records within SAP and supporting tracking tools.
• Analyze inventory data to identify trends, gaps, risks, and improvement opportunities related to Core recovery, availability, and turnaround time.
• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and metrics using Excel and other analytical tools to support operational and leadership decision-making.
• Partner closely with suppliers, logistics providers, and internal stakeholders to resolve inventory issues and ensure alignment across locations.
• Investigate and drive resolution to inventory discrepancies, shortages, delays, and process breakdowns between distribution and recovery sites.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by recommending process enhancements and data-driven solutions.
• Assist with inventory audits, reconciliations, and compliance with internal controls and procedures.
• Provide analytical support for special projects related to remanufactured products, inventory optimization, and supply chain performance.
  
  

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Analytics, Finance, or a related field.
• 3–10 years of experience in inventory analysis, supply chain analytics, or distribution center operations.
• Strong experience working with inventory systems, preferably SAP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, formulas, data analysis).
• Proven ability to analyze large data sets and translate findings into actionable insights.
• Experience coordinating with suppliers or third-party partners across multiple locations.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage and resolve cross-site inventory challenges.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across functions and locations.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience supporting remanufactured, reverse logistics, or Core recovery programs.
• Automotive, manufacturing, or distribution center environment experience.
• Familiarity with inventory KPIs, reconciliation processes, and audit support.
• Experience building dashboards or reporting tools beyond Excel (Power BI, Tableau, etc.).
  
  

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Livonia, MI.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $48.00/hr.

Requirements

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Livonia,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 14, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.