Inventory Analyst Supervisor

Nidec Motor Corporation•Southaven, MS

11d

About The Position

The Inventory Control Analyst IV is an advanced inventory and supply chain professional who leads complex, high-impact inventory control initiatives and provides strategic guidance on inventory accuracy, governance, and optimization. The role applies advanced analytical expertise, a deep understanding of inventory systems and costing, and sound business judgment to address non-routine challenges with significant financial and operational impact. Working with limited supervision, the position advises operations and finance leadership and influences working capital performance, audit outcomes, and operational reliability. As a senior subject-matter expert, the role addresses enterprise-level or multi-site inventory issues, complex valuation matters, system and process transformations, and elevated audit or risk exposure. It partners with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Planning, Finance, IT, Internal Audit, and external auditors to strengthen governance, resolve systemic issues, and develop sustainable inventory controls. The position typically reports to an Inventory Control Manager, Supply Chain Leader, Operations Finance Leader, or equivalent senior leader. The role has significant impact on inventory accuracy, working capital, cost of goods sold, audit results, financial integrity, and operational performance. It works independently on complex projects and processes, coaches and reviews the work of other professionals, and influences outcomes through expertise, data, and collaboration rather than formal authority.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Accounting, Operations, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Minimum 7 years of prior relevant experience.
Extensive knowledge of inventory management principles, costing, and ERP systems.
Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and root-cause analysis skills.
Ability to evaluate complex data sets and make sound business recommendations.
Strong understanding of internal controls and audit considerations.
Excellent written, verbal, and stakeholder-communication skills.
Ability to lead complex work and influence outcomes without formal authority.
High standards of integrity, accuracy, and professionalism.
Extensive knowledge of the specialty area and working knowledge of industry practices or other areas.

Nice To Haves

Extensive experience in inventory control, supply chain analytics, manufacturing operations, or related roles.

Responsibilities

Lead complex, high-risk, or enterprise-wide inventory control initiatives.
Define inventory control approaches aligned with operational strategy and financial risk tolerance.
Serve as an escalation point for significant inventory discrepancies, write-offs, or valuation issues.
Interpret inventory policies, accounting guidance, and controls.
Analyze inventory balances, movements, reserves, and valuation drivers; identify systemic issues affecting accuracy, obsolescence, scrap, or excess.
Assess financial and operational risks associated with inventory practices and translate complex analyses into actionable leadership recommendations.
Strengthen inventory internal controls and ensure compliance with policies and accounting standards.
Partner with Finance and Internal Audit on audit readiness, walkthroughs, and issue resolution; support audit responses and lead remediation planning and validation.
Ensure inventory processes support accurate financial reporting and regulatory expectations.
Evaluate inventory processes and system configurations for effectiveness and scalability.
Lead or support redesign of inventory controls, cycle count programs, and reconciliation practices.
Identify opportunities for automation, standardization, and efficiency improvements.
Support ERP or inventory system implementations, upgrades, or integrations.
Advise Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Planning, and Finance teams on inventory matters, including those related to new products, network changes, or operational transformations.
Communicate complex inventory issues to technical and non-technical stakeholders and influence outcomes through expertise, data, and collaboration.
Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and work review for Inventory Control Analyst I–III roles.
Share best practices, tools, and insights across inventory and supply chain functions; support related training and development.
Contribute to a strong, disciplined inventory control culture.
Coach, review, and delegate work to other professionals and manage end-to-end projects or processes.