Inventory Control Specialist

Inventory Reserve Ownership

• Lead the review of Safety, Sensing & Industrial Components (SIC) business inventory reserves on a monthly and quarterly basis
• Analyze data on slow-moving, excess, and obsolete (E&O) inventory and provide recommendations to Finance
• Partner with Product Management and Operations to understand usage patterns, obsolescence risks, and business decisions impacting reserve levels
• Track aging inventory trends and support initiatives to reduce reserve impact

Reporting & Insights Development

• Maintain and evolve productivity and inventory-related dashboards and trackers
• Analyze trends and present clear, concise summaries to support strategic decision-making
• Provide data extracts and visualization support for leadership presentations and business reviews
• Respond to ad hoc data requests related to cost savings, aging inventory, and spend visibility

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work directly with Finance, Product Management, Operations, and Sourcing to validate data and align on shared priorities
• Support the business unit's productivity targets by ensuring accurate tracking and reporting
• Build strong working relationships to navigate the matrixed organization and drive aligned actions

Required Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data validation)
• Experience working with large datasets and translating data into actionable insights
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Product Management, and Operations
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage recurring tasks while responding to ad hoc analysis requests
• Experience using ERP systems (SAP or equivalent) for data review or procurement activities

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with inventory reserve processes, including excess and obsolete (E&O) analysis
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or other dashboard/reporting tools
• Understanding of procurement workflows, shopping cart creation, and shipping coordination
• Knowledge of cost accounting or manufacturing environments
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field
• Exposure to continuous improvement or Lean methodologies (e.g., Yellow Belt training)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in analytics, finance, supply chain, or reporting roles
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, data manipulation)
• Analytical thinker with the ability to derive insights from large datasets
• Clear and effective communicator — both written and verbal

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience reviewing inventory reserves or exposure to E&O reserve calculations
• Familiarity with SAP or other ERP systems
• Working knowledge of Power BI, or other dashboarding tools
• Understanding of cost drivers in manufacturing or distribution environments
• Experience collaborating with Finance and Product Management teams

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $ $54.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person