Inventory Control Analyst

Delta Star•San Carlos, CA

About The Position

Delta Star Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Inventory Control Analyst to support manufacturing operations by ensuring inventory accuracy and data integrity within our MRP/ERP systems. This role plays a critical part in keeping production moving by maintaining accurate inventory data, resolving discrepancies, and supporting planning and optimization efforts. The analyst will collaborate closely with Production, Purchasing, Engineering, and Finance to ensure materials are available when needed, while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Supply Chain, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
2–3 years of inventory control experience in a manufacturing environment.
Hands-on experience with MRP/ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar).
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and lookup functions.
Demonstrated success maintaining high levels of inventory accuracy.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Exceptional attention to detail and data accuracy.
Systems-oriented thinking and process discipline.
Understanding of BOM structures and production planning logic.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Strong collaboration skills across functional teams.
High level of accountability and ownership.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Lean or continuous improvement environments.
Experience supporting audits and full physical inventories.
Ability to interpret technical documentation and drawings.

Responsibilities

Maintain high accuracy of inventory data within the MRP/ERP system, including item setup, part numbers, and transactions.
Analyze inventory discrepancies and perform root-cause investigations.
Conduct cycle counts and support physical inventory activities; reconcile variances as needed.
Execute material issuance transactions to convert raw materials to WIP and ensure proper cost allocation.
Monitor material movement between warehouse and production for system accuracy.
Partner with Purchasing to review and optimize inventory parameters (min/max levels, safety stock, reorder points).
Support demand and supply planning through accurate system inputs.
Generate inventory reports and assist with KPI tracking and performance reporting.
Support new product introductions and engineering changes by ensuring accurate system setup.
Identify and support process improvements to strengthen inventory accuracy and data integrity.
Collaborate with Production, Purchasing, Engineering, and Finance to resolve inventory-related issues.
Support audits and annual physical inventories.
Perform other duties as assigned.