Inventory Analyst
Schneider Electric · Fairfield, OH · 1 mo ago
On-siteDistributionFull-time
About the role
We're hiring a Team Lead to oversee warehouse operations and drive performance on the floor. If you thrive in a hands-on leadership role where safety, efficiency, and teamwork matter every day, we want to meet you.
Responsibilities
- Review the monthly Master Production Plan (MPP) provided by downstream planners and translate it into near-term inventory actions.
- Perform weekly reviews of “clear-to-build” inventory for the primary warehouse location (4000 stock), with a forward-looking view of the next 2–3 weeks.
- Analyze inventory levels and product locations across the warehouse (4000) and 3PL (4600) to identify shortages or excess.
- Initiate inventory pulls from the 3PL when warehouse shortages are identified.
- Prepare and send the weekly 3PL pull request communication using the defined process.
- Coordinate with Supply Chain, Warehouse, and 3PL Teams.
- Support warehouse receiving by ensuring inbound 3PL material is correctly processed in SAP using the appropriate goods receipt and movement types.
- Review outbound documentation from the 3PL and support the warehouse receiving team in reconciling discrepancies.
- Own escalation and resolution of quantity or documentation discrepancies with the 3PL.
- Manage outbound shipments of excess inventory from the warehouse to the 3PL.
- Support the cycle count program across both the warehouse and 3PL, with a strong focus on root cause analysis (RCA) for inventory discrepancies and coordination of corrective actions.
- Execute and monitor the GR (Goods Receipt) process related to 3PL movements.
- Ensure Inventory Management Compliance Checklists are completed and properly documented in SAP, including activities performed by the 3PL.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for ongoing communication with the 3PL.
- Support monthly audits and inventory reviews with the 3PL to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Travel to the 3PL for cycle counting, audits, and other activities as needed.
Qualifications
- Safety minded
- Team oriented
- Great attitude
- Able to read, understand, and follow directions/instructions.
- Able to identify, locate and move product which requires the ability to read, count and perform basic math functions.
- Experience in inventory management, supply chain, or materials planning within a manufacturing or distribution environment.
- Working knowledge of SAP inventory transactions, including goods movements and receiving processes.
- Strong understanding of warehouse and 3PL operations and material flow.
- High attention to detail and ability to identify inventory discrepancies and root causes.
- Ability to manage recurring processes on a defined cadence (weekly, monthly).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to speak, read, and write in English.
- Comfortable working with production schedules, inventory data, and compliance documentation.
- Proactive, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Microsoft Excel & Office skills.
- Previous Schneider Electric experience preferred
Pay
For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD $28.50-$42.70 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives.
Benefits
- Leadership role with real impact on daily operations and team success
- Collaborative, safety-focused culture that values your contributions
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
- Supportive environment where your ideas and initiative are recognized
- Medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance
- Benefit Bucks
- Flexible work arrangements
- Paid family leaves
- Well-being programs
- 12 holidays per year
- 15 days of paid time off per year
- Competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match
- Development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera
- Collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace
- Volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits