Inventory Analyst II

Benchmark Electronics•Winona, MN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Analyst II reviews and reports on excess and obsolete (E/O) inventory and works to reduce it. The role may recommend or take corrective actions to control inventory levels and determine the disposition of aged inventory. It analyzes inventory data, provides reports and recommendations, identifies reporting and process inefficiencies, and implements approved improvements. The position works with material coordinators, Purchasing, Program Management, and IT on material disposition and specialized reporting. At Level 2, the role handles problems of diverse scope that require evaluating identifiable factors in data analysis and selecting appropriate methods to develop solutions. The analyst works with little day-to-day instruction and general direction on new assignments, and networks with senior internal and external personnel in their area of expertise. This is a full-time, onsite position in Winona, Minnesota, on Shift 1, with a Monday–Friday schedule of 7:15 a.m.–3:45 p.m. The position is classified as safety-sensitive and may require a pre-employment drug screen where permitted by law or required by federal regulation.

Requirements

Four-year degree preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience as approved by executive management.
At least 4 years of experience in scheduling or inventory management with more complex and larger accounts.
Experience leading and mentoring others in complex materials management tasks.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Effective interpersonal skills.
Effective multitasking skills and ability to take on additional responsibilities as required.
Effective organization and prioritization skills.
High attention to detail.
Ability to work with diverse groups.
Discretion, confidentiality, independent judgment, and professionalism.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and guidance.
Understanding of and ability to use continuous improvement tools.
Strong customer service and client focus.
Must qualify as a U.S. Person under applicable federal export-control regulations if required for employment in this role.

Nice To Haves

Four-year degree.

Responsibilities

Review, report on, and reduce excess and obsolete inventory.
Work with material coordinators to pull material for return to vendor (RTV) or scrap.
Coordinate material returns with Purchasing and Program Management.
Work with IT on specialized reporting.
Identify inefficiencies in reporting excess and obsolete inventory and implement changes as approved by senior employees or management.
Identify specific excess and obsolete inventory issues and recommend effective disposition to management.
Provide information gathered through analysis and excess and obsolete inventory reports.
Participate in selecting areas for analysis.
Recognize inefficiencies in the current excess and obsolete inventory reporting process, recommend improvements, and implement them as approved.
Provide analytical summaries and recommendations based on excess and obsolete inventory reports.