Inventory Control Analyst

Job Summary

• The Inventory Control Analyst is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory levels across all storage locations.
• This role ensures materials and products are properly tracked, recorded, and reported, supporting operational
• efficiency and minimizing stock discrepancies. The analyst uses data analysis, cycle counting, and system reports to
• monitor and improve inventory accuracy and integrity.

Key Responsibilities

•  Monitor and maintain accurate inventory records in the SAP system.
•  Perform daily, weekly, and monthly cycle counts and reconcile variances.
•  Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, including missing or damaged items.
•  Analyze inventory trends and provide reports to management on stock movements, adjustments, and
• shrinkage.
•  Ensure proper labeling, storage, and documentation of all inventory items.
•  Collaborate with purchasing, production, and warehouse teams to ensure materials availability.
•  Develop and implement inventory control procedures to improve accuracy and efficiency.
•  Support audits and assist in year-end physical inventory processes.
•  Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction.
•  Maintain compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.

Special Skills

•  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
•  High attention to detail and accuracy.
•  Proficiency in Excel, ERP/WMS systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Manhattan, etc.).
•  Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
•  Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
•  Strong organizational and multitasking capabilities.

Specific Competencies

•  Inventory Accuracy Control: Ability to track and reconcile variances effectively.
•  Data Analysis: Ability to interpret large data sets to identify patterns or issues.
•  System Knowledge: Understanding of inventory modules within ERP/WMS software.
•  Cross-Functional Coordination: Skilled at communicating between departments.

Education and Experience

•  High School Diploma or associate in supply chain, Business, Logistics, or related field (preferred).
•  1–3 years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or data analysis.
•  Certification such as CPIM (Certified in Planning and Inventory Management), CSCP (Certified Supply Chain
• Professional) or similar is a plus.