Inventory Control Analyst

Key Responsibilities

• Perform regular inventory audits, cycle counts, and reconciliation between physical and system records.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Monitor inventory data for trends in shrinkage, damage, misplacement, and mislabeling.
• Maintain and improve inventory quality assurance procedures to ensure consistent compliance.
• Collaborate with warehouse, operations, and quality teams to resolve inventory issues.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO, FDA, SOX).
• Prepare detailed reports on inventory accuracy, product condition, and inventory KPIs.
• Support system updates and testing related to inventory processes in ERP or WMS platforms.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects to enhance inventory control and accuracy.

 

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, Quality Management, or a related field.

Experience:

• 1–3 years of experience in inventory control, quality assurance, logistics, or warehouse operations.
• Experience with inventory management systems (ERP/WMS), such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or Manhattan.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables, formulas).
• Familiarity with root cause analysis tools (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.