Inventory Analyst III

Job Title: Inventory Analyst III

Client: Heavy Machine Manufacturing Company

Location: Waterloo, IA 50704

Duration: 12 Months (Possible Extension/Conversion)
Shift: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM

Description:

Job Summary

Manage and improve inventory accuracy, audit processes, and material flow within a manufacturing environment. The role works closely with Materials Management, Manufacturing Engineering, and Auditing teams to identify discrepancies, perform root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and coordinate inventory audits and related transactions.
• Monitor and coordinate material processes such as: Cycle counting, Return Goods Authorization (RGA), Excess material disposition
• Conduct root-cause analysis for inventory discrepancies.
• Reconcile inventory variances and implement preventive measures.
• Prepare and review perpetual inventory reports.
• Coordinate daily, monthly, and annual inventory audits.
• Support financial inventory audits.
• Improve inventory turns, accuracy, and point-of-use inventory.
• Collaborate with Materials Management, Manufacturing Engineering, and Auditing teams.
• Supervise or provide work direction to Cycle Counters and junior Inventory Analysts.
• Provide coaching and guidance to less-experienced personnel.
• Support related administrative and HR processes.

Required Skills

• Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration.
• Inventory analysis and reconciliation.
• Root-cause analysis and corrective action.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• SAP experience.
• Strong understanding of material flow processes.
• Inventory management experience.
• Manufacturing environment experience.
• Experience with inventory audits and cycle counting.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent relevant experience.

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