Title: Inventory Analyst – Material Planner
Location: Coffeyville, Kansas
Details: 12-month contract with ongoing need, opportunity for direct hire, fully onsite role
Pay Rate: $28.00/hr. with benefit inclusions
1st shift, 6:00am – 2:30pm CST
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future
Job Summary
The Inventory Analyst Lead is responsible for ensuring inventory accuracy through the execution and oversight of audit processes, cycle counting, and reconciliation activities. This role supports manufacturing and materials operations by monitoring inventory transactions, analyzing discrepancies, and driving improvements in inventory control processes. The position also provides work direction and coaching to inventory personnel, ensuring alignment with operational and financial objectives.
Responsibilities
- Implement and manage inventory audits and related transactions to measure and maintain inventory accuracy
- Coordinate and compile inventory audit requirements across internal teams and external partners
- Monitor and support manufacturing and materials processes such as RGA handling, cycle counting, and disposition of excess or obsolete material
- Analyze and resolve inventory discrepancies and issues, partnering with cross-functional teams to improve inventory turns and accuracy
- Conduct daily, monthly, and annual inventory audits, including financial accuracy and operational compliance reviews
- Prepare, review, and maintain perpetual inventory reports and related documentation
- Work with factory teams to identify process improvements and drive inventory performance enhancements
- Provide work direction, guidance, and coaching to cycle counters and junior inventory analysts
- Ensure completion of administrative activities related to personnel support and alignment with HR processes
Years of Experience and Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or a related field preferred
- 3+ years of experience in inventory control, materials management, or manufacturing operations
- Experience supporting inventory audits, cycle counting, and reconciliation processes in a production environment
Skills Required
- Strong understanding of inventory control principles, cycle counting, and audit processes
- Experience with manufacturing or materials management systems and processes (e.g., RGA, excess material disposition)
- Ability to analyze data, identify discrepancies, and implement corrective actions
- Proficiency in preparing and interpreting inventory and financial reports
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work cross-functionally to resolve issues
- Leadership and coaching abilities to guide less experienced team members
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- High attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
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