Inventory Analyst

Job Description

This position will be responsible for the day-to-day movements, cycle counting, auditing, and count & bin accuracy of warehouse inventory. It will also manage repackaging, damage, and slow-moving stock. The role provides root‑cause analysis of inventory discrepancies, shortages, overages, and damages in the warehouse while utilizing the Warehouse Management System and SAP.

• Serve as a key liaison to internal customers for all stock inventory allocation requirements.
• Maintain warehouse slotting for the bulk warehouse and pick bays.
• Execute daily stock inventory movements in WMS.
• Analyze, reconcile, and resolve inventory discrepancies using root‑cause analysis.
• Manage inventory locations and site capacity; optimize locations for productivity and throughput.
• Lead the execution of inventory record accuracy through weekly cycle counting and annual physical inventory requirements.
• Participate actively in internal/external inventory audits.
• Manage inventory movement between buildings.
• Ensure slow‑moving product inventory is reviewed and dispositioned in a timely manner.
• Communicate positively, professionally, and timely with internal customers and external contacts.
• Participate in continuous improvement processes.
• Adapt to flexible work assignments to support business volume and department requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

• 4+ years’ experience in distribution or warehouse logistics; BA/BS degree preferred.
• APICS CPIM certification preferred.
• Proven experience with inventory control processes and ability to perform root‑cause analysis.
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS); JDA (Red Prairie) a plus.
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP); SAP a plus.
• Strong organizational skills, detail oriented, with the ability to multi‑task and prioritize work responsibilities with a sense of urgency to meet deadlines.
• Self‑directed and proactive in identifying and resolving discrepancies or potential issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent problem identification and issue resolution follow‑through.
• Ability to work well with a variety of individuals.
• High analytical ability and advanced Excel reporting skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and macros).

Annual salary range: $83,600–$112,000 plus bonus and benefits. Benefits include a 401(k) plan with company match, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid vacation and sick days, paid parental leave, paid holidays, and a wellness program.

Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

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