Inventory Control Analyst
PurposeBuilt Brands · Gurnee, IL · 1 wk ago
On-siteManagement$70k–$78k/yrFull-time
About the role
The Inventory Control Analyst plays a crucial role in ensuring inventory accuracy, efficiency, and effectiveness across PurposeBuilt Brands (PBB). This position is essential for maintaining the integrity of PBB’s transactional and inventory data, developing and implementing inventory control procedures, and conducting in-depth data analysis to resolve discrepancies.
Responsibilities
- Execute a variety of inventory control workflows, processes, and reports to maximize inventory accuracy.
- Perform comprehensive site-level inventory reviews to reconcile discrepancies by analyzing and comparing PBB's data with records from Distribution Centers, Co-Manufacturing partners, and E-Commerce locations.
- Participate in and support physical inventory audits at PBB manufacturing facilities and third-party locations.
- Communicate proactively with cross-functional teams and lead meetings to present and resolve inventory-related issues, ensure accuracy, and report on performance.
- Oversee email correspondence within a shared team inbox to ensure timely completion of transactional tasks and maintain effective internal communication.
- Develop and maintain detailed inventory reports, key metrics, and dashboards to support data-driven decision-making.
- Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements within the inventory department and across the organization to enhance inventory control policies and overall effectiveness.
- Facilitate inventory dispositions, manage rework and scrap projects, and maintain accurate inventory segmentation in SYSPRO by status.
- Support the Accounting team with month-end inventory reconciliation, audits, and inventory-related compliance activities.
- Mentor and train inventory team members as well as other relevant personnel to foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in supply chain management, manufacturing, or accounting/finance.
- Bachelor’s degree in a business discipline is preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Preferred: Background in inventory management within a consumer-packaged goods (CPG) manufacturing or distribution environment.
- Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Demonstrated advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Proficiency with ERP systems (SYSPRO preferred), inventory management software, or advanced planning & scheduling software.
- Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Detail-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Teams, and Word.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in supply chain management, manufacturing, or accounting/finance.
- Bachelor’s degree in a business discipline is preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Preferred: Background in inventory management within a consumer-packaged goods (CPG) manufacturing or distribution environment.
- Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Demonstrated advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Proficiency with ERP systems (SYSPRO preferred), inventory management software, or advanced planning & scheduling software.
- Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Detail-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Teams, and Word.
Skills
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Proficiency with ERP systems (SYSPRO preferred).
- Proficiency with inventory management software or advanced planning & scheduling software.
- Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Detail-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Teams, and Word.
Benefits
- Flexible work options (fully remote, hybrid, onsite)
- Generous paid time off
- Competitive salaries and bonus incentives
- 401K company match
- Competitive medical, dental, & vision insurance
- Pet insurance
- Annual fitness stipend
- Unmatched employee discount on all products
- Summer Hours
- LinkedIn learning membership
Pay
$70,000 - $78,000
Schedule
Hybrid schedule with 10% travel required