Pricing Inventory Assistant

Cogent • Omaha, NE

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About The Position

Central States Group, a Cogent Company, is seeking a detail-oriented Pricing & Inventory Assistant to support pricing accuracy, inventory management, and purchasing coordination. The role partners closely with the Pricing Manager and cross-functional teams to maintain accurate product data, monitor supplier costs, and support inventory optimization. It is suited to someone with strong analytical skills who enjoys working with data, systems, and process improvement in a collaborative office environment.

The position is generally performed in an office or professional setting with usually quiet noise levels. It involves sedentary administrative work, while also requiring certain vision abilities and occasional movement, including lifting or moving up to 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

• 3–4 years of experience in pricing, inventory, purchasing, or operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Comfort working with ERP or inventory management systems.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate across departments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive mindset and willingness to learn.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required with equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update product pricing in ERP systems.
• Monitor supplier cost changes and communicate updates.
• Create and maintain stock part numbers and product records.
• Analyze inventory levels, usage trends, and out-of-stock items.
• Support initiatives to reduce slow-moving and obsolete inventory.
• Assist with purchasing coordination and buying controls.
• Ensure pricing and product information is accurate across systems.
• Support vendor returns and material credits.
• Provide inventory and pricing reports to support business decisions.
• Identify opportunities to improve pricing and inventory workflows.
• Participate in training to build product and system knowledge.

Benefits

• Employee Ownership (ESOP)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Bonuses
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Generous PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Volunteer Time Off
• Career Development & Advancement Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed