Inventory Analyst Supervisor

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The Inventory Control Analyst IV is a advanced inventory and supply chain professional responsible for leading complex, high‑impact inventory control initiatives and providing strategic guidance on inventory accuracy, governance, and optimization. This role applies advanced analytical expertise, deep understanding of inventory systems and costing, and strong business judgment to address non‑routine inventory challenges with significant financial and operational impact. Operating with limited supervision, the Inventory Control Analyst IV serves as a trusted advisor to operations and finance leadership and materially influences working capital performance, audit outcomes, and operational reliability.

The Inventory Control Analyst IV functions as a senior subject‑matter expert within inventory management and control. Work frequently involves enterprise‑level or multi‑site inventory issues, complex valuation matters, system and process transformations, and elevated audit or risk exposure. The role partners closely with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Planning, Finance, IT, Internal Audit, and external auditors to strengthen inventory governance, resolve systemic issues, and design sustainable inventory control solutions.

The position typically reports to an Inventory Control Manager, Supply Chain Leader, Operations Finance Leader, or equivalent senior leader.

• Lead complex, high‑risk, or enterprise‑wide inventory control initiatives
• Define inventory control approaches aligned with operational strategy and financial risk tolerance
• Serve as an escalation point for significant inventory discrepancies, write‑offs, or valuation issues
• Provide expert interpretation of inventory policies, accounting guidance, and controls

• Perform advanced analysis of inventory balances, movements, reserves, and valuation drivers
• Identify systemic issues impacting inventory accuracy, obsolescence, scrap, or excess
• Assess financial and operational risk associated with inventory practices
• Translate complex analyses into clear, actionable recommendations for leadership

• Strengthen internal controls over inventory and ensure compliance with policies and accounting standards
• Partner with Finance and Internal Audit on audit readiness, walkthroughs, and issue resolution
• Support responses to audit findings and lead remediation planning and validation
• Ensure inventory processes support accurate financial reporting and regulatory expectations

• Evaluate inventory processes and system configurations for effectiveness and scalability
• Lead or support redesign of inventory controls, cycle count programs, and reconciliation practices
• Identify opportunities for automation, standardization, and efficiency improvements
• Support ERP or inventory system implementations, upgrades, or integrations

• Act as a strategic inventory advisor to Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Planning, and Finance teams
• Support inventory considerations for new products, network changes, or operational transformations
• Communicate complex inventory issues…