Analyst, Inventory Control

KeHE Distributors, LLC•Dallas, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Control Analyst is the analytical and operational engine of the inventory control team. The role owns a dedicated temperature zone within a distribution center and drives inventory accuracy through root cause analysis, daily workflow guidance for cycle counting staff, and data-backed solutions to operational problems. The analyst partners with distribution center leadership, translating inventory findings into actionable insights, and is expected to support continuous improvement in keeping with KeHE’s Mission, Vision, and Values. The role manages inventory adjustment protocols, audits cycle counts, prioritizes daily tasks, and represents inventory control in cross-functional discussions. It also leads or contributes to projects, supports process and reporting improvements, and mentors the Senior Cycle Counter. Work takes place in both office and warehouse environments, including ambient, cooler, and freezer zones.

Requirements

Experience owning a dedicated inventory or workflow area within a high-volume distribution center.
Familiarity with reporting and data-querying tools such as Excel, Power BI, or SQL, and with MS Office.
Ability to build and interpret inventory trend analysis.
Prior experience facilitating cross-functional projects involving distribution center or operations leadership.
Comfort operating in a leadership capacity when direct management is absent and making sound decisions credibly.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Three to five years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or a related analytical role within a distribution center.
Demonstrated ability to conduct root cause analysis and communicate findings in a structured, data-driven format to operations or senior leadership.
Strong working knowledge of inventory adjustment processes, including Recall, DAP, UDR, VFR, Salvage, and Donations.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move throughout distribution centers for extended periods.
Ability to use computers, keyboards, and office equipment.
Ability to work in ambient, cooler, and freezer temperature zones from minus 10 to 40 degrees.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or a related field, or demonstrated work experience.
Proficiency with warehouse management system (WMS) platforms; NTS experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Own root cause analysis for large-value inventory adjustments and systemic cycle count variances, documenting findings, impact, resolution, and preventive actions.
Manage and execute Recall, DAP, UDR, VFR, Salvage, and Donation protocols, ensuring adjustments are accurate and compliant.
Translate quantitative findings into concise, evidence-based narratives for distribution center leadership.
Own the assigned temperature zone, including daily workflow guidance, adjustment oversight, and issue resolution.
Conduct cycle counter audits and partner with the DC IC Manager on coaching opportunities.
Prioritize daily inventory control tasks according to business needs and operational demands.
Establish bi-weekly meetings with the Site Director to address temperature-zone issues and collaborate on solutions.
Connect daily with Cycle Counter and Senior Cycle Counter staff to align priorities and surface issues.
Represent inventory control in cross-functional settings and communicate data-driven solutions to distribution center leadership.
Serve as proxy for the DC IC Manager in meetings with Site and/or Area Directors.
Own at least one active cross-functional inventory control project with distribution center partnership, from problem definition through implementation.
Execute ad hoc project assignments from the IC Manager and contribute to continuous improvement of processes, documentation, and reporting standards.
Mentor the Senior Cycle Counter through weekly development meetings.
Model data literacy, operational ownership, and cross-functional accountability, and act as a leadership resource when the DC IC Manager is unavailable.