Inventory Control Analyst

Position: Inventory Control Analyst

Location: St Charles MO

Job Description

Inventory Analyst(s) will track, analyze, research, reconcile, and report to Inventory/Purchasing Manager all resolved and

unresolved inventory variances outside of accepted tolerances for: raw materials, work-in-process inventory, and finished goods.

Monitor and report inventory levels at all locations (including satellite sites) and optimize inventory settings, to identify

aged/excess and opportunities for better utilization, re-positioning. Maintain greater than 98% inventory accuracy. Develop key

metrics and reports for daily/weekly/monthly work process. Lead continuous improvement projects for inventory team. Lead

strategic analysis to support inventory reduction/optimization initiatives. Maintain accurate inventory in Great Plains and Syspro.

This list is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Continuous analysis of inventory usage and balances for all products within the NATOLI portfolio.

• Prepare and conduct daily and weekly cycle-count audits in a timely manner
• Ability to count in a warehouse environment with strong mathematical skills.
• Perform root causes of the errors and execute correct system transactions to reconcile and resolve variances
• Summarize root causes, resolved variances and executed solutions
• Ability to identify inventory issues and develop/implement solutions to meet dept. and corporate objectives
• Identify all inventory in WIP (work in progress) has been transacted correctly
• Lead, organize and execute yearly physical inventory at all locations
• Assist material handling with cycle counting and audits when necessary
• Complete all necessary documentation in accordance with SOP’s
• Ensure that KPI metrics are maintained and reported daily/weekly/monthly for the following: stock outs, stock accuracy, inventory
  
  

turnover rate, optimal stock levels and discrepancies.

• Implement and maintain processes and procedures to assure compliance with corporate requirements. Resolve any issues and account
  
  

for highlighting any potential issues, opportunities to management, when appropriate

• This list is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications And Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Experience with ERP, MRP systems and report writing software
• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field, CPIM/APICS/Six Sigma certification a plus
• Proven ability to reduce or eliminate stock out situations, improve stock accuracy, optimize inventory turnover rate, maintain optimal
  
  

stock levels, minimize discrepancies.

• Strong analytical, root cause and problem-solving skills required
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions that facilitate information sharing and decision
  
  

making while providing a solution

• Advance proficient skills in Microsoft Office Suite and SQL are required
• Ability to lead and mentor while achieving positive results.
• Solid business acumen and effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills across all levels of the organization
• Knowledge of Syspro and Great Plains is preferred not required.
• Effective inter-personal and communication skills, both verbal and written
  
  

Experience

• 4-6 years’ experience in inventory management and supply chain environment with manufacturing experience.
  
  

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift, pull, push, or carry several types of light weight files or tools (approximately 1-10 pounds) and process accordingly

• Ability to sit at a desk using a computer for eight or more hours per day
• Ability to stand, kneel, bend, and walk as required throughout the work day to accomplish various tasks
  
  

CAREER PATH OPPORTUNITIES

• Lead Inventory Control Analyst; Inventory Manager