Inventory Analyst

Ellsworth Adhesives•Germantown, WI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Ellsworth Adhesives, a global, industry-leading distributor of specialty chemicals and equipment and adhesive manufacturer, is seeking an Inventory Analyst. This role reports into SCD, an Ellsworth Corporation company, located in Germantown, WI, and is an on-site/hybrid role. Ellsworth Corporation is a family-run company with over 50 years of continuous growth, specializing in adhesives for industries such as cell phone, medical device, space/aerospace, and electric vehicles. This position is responsible for driving inventory performance, optimization, and alignment across supply chain operations. The analyst will analyze inventory data, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and reporting to assess overall inventory health, and collaborate cross-functionally to develop and implement effective stocking strategies. The role provides data-driven insights to influence business decisions and contributes to Sales, Inventory, Operating Planning (SIOP) and integrated business processes (IBS).

Requirements

2+ years of experience in inventory management or supply chain.
Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college in Supply Chain or related field. Other equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Microsoft Excel certification (or equivalent proficiency)
Ability to work independently with minimal guidance, including making recommendations which may be outside standard operating procedures
Possess an understanding of the entire supply chain within the commodity and understands/communicates the impact of supply disruptions upstream
Effectively communicates the impact of supply disruptions
Strong analytical skills
SQL and PowerBI experience
Attention to detail and accuracy required
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Familiarity with relevant industry regulations and standards
Proficient with MS Office applications (Excel), ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) software, etc.
Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional environments

Nice To Haves

APICS Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) – Part 1
Presents inventory recommendations to customer audience to drive adoption, working with suppliers to expedite material customers as necessary
Continuous Improvement experience desired
Experience leading projects or initiatives

Responsibilities

Execute and support enterprise inventory strategy, segmentation, and optimization frameworks
Collaborate with distribution, commercial, and supply chain teams to implement efficient stocking solutions
Develop and maintain inventory KPIs, reporting, and analytics to guide business decisions
Analyze inventory recommendations (safety stock, reorder points, service levels) and make recommendations based on supplier costs, terms, and demand patterns.
Apply inventory models (Economic Order Quantity (EOQ), safety stock, segmentation strategies) and maintain planning parameters
Support (SIOP) / Integrated Business Planning (IBS) and continuous improvement initiatives