SR, Analyst IA

Conectiv Supply Chain Solutions•Memphis, TN

About The Position

A Senior Inventory Analyst manages inventory levels, optimizes supply chain operations, forecasts demand, and leads staff to support efficient and accurate inventory management. The role oversees inventory across raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods; supports production planning and material availability; and analyzes inventory, logistics, and financial data to guide decisions. It also leads process and system improvements involving warehouse operations, Kanban, WMS, MRP, and ERP systems. The position primarily operates in a warehouse environment and shifts between warehouse-floor activities and administrative tasks. It serves as the acting lead for the Inventory department when the Inventory Manager is absent, providing day-to-day direction and escalating significant concerns to site leadership. No travel is expected. The position is listed for the 1st shift.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 3 years of experience in a warehouse/shipping facility.
At least 2 years of experience in a leadership role.
Excellent communication skills.
Expertise in warehouse management procedures and systems.
Customer focus, deadline sensitivity, organization, flexibility, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated support for new ideas, suggestions, and changes.

Responsibilities

Monitor and maintain accurate inventory levels across raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods, ensuring compliance with FIFO and industry standards.
Develop and implement cycle-count programs and maintain ERP/WMS systems to track inventory accurately.
Analyze inventory turnover, production speed, and shipment schedules to determine reorder levels and minimize costs.
Manage production and non-production stockrooms to ensure materials are available for manufacturing and distribution.
Develop sales forecasts and demand-planning models using historical data, market trends, and predictive analytics.
Maintain and optimize the Master Production Schedule across multiple work centers, aligning inventory with production and customer-service metrics.
Collaborate with procurement and suppliers to ensure timely material availability and mitigate supply-chain constraints.
Conduct risk assessments, analyze logistics and financial data, and generate reports to support strategic decision-making.
Provide KPI scorecards for forecast accuracy, purchase-order data, and customer requests.
Identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement in inventory and supply-chain operations.
Oversee junior analysts and staff, providing guidance and ensuring adherence to company standards and regulations.
Serve as a subject matter expert for process and system enhancements, including ERP and supply-chain tools.
Collaborate with supply, operations, procurement, and logistics teams to optimize inventory and reduce obsolescence.
Develop and implement warehouse processes, Kanban systems, and WMS functions to improve efficiency.
Correct system-logic errors, improve data integrity, and optimize MRP and ERP outputs.
Plan and execute component transitions and inventory adjustments to minimize waste and costs.
Maintain compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.
Participate in strategic initiatives to enhance national inventory utilization and expense management.
Continuously update knowledge of industry trends, supply-chain innovations, and inventory-management best practices.
During the Inventory Manager’s absence, act as lead for the Inventory department by providing day-to-day direction, assigning work, monitoring team performance, addressing routine operational issues, and escalating significant employee or business concerns to site leadership.