Inventory Control Analyst I

PRIMARY FUNCTION:
This position is responsible for properly maintaining parts inventory at various branch locations within predetermined inventory turn objectives and customer service levels

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Maintains established inventory levels and customer service objectives through daily analysis and review of Recommended Order Report for CAT products and non-CAT products
• Orders and transfers products daily via ERP system to fill stock requirements
• Evaluates opportunities for bulk purchase discounts and makes recommendations to supervisors on potential purchases
• Prepares “Slow Moving/Non-Stock Report” weekly for return to CAT and reviews surplus Cat and selected vendor parts for annual surplus returns
• Orders emergency parts on selected vendors as required to meet customer requirements
• Recommends adjustments to system generated inventory levels based on upcoming demand changes
• Reviews future dated order opportunities with branch parts managers monthly
• Maintains daily contact with branches to resolve inventory discrepancies and shipping order discrepancies
• Follows up with branches regularly to be sure stock is received and claims are filed for missing & damaged inventory
• Attends regular branch meetings to field inventory questions
• Advises supervisor on any inventory problem areas
• Adds new part numbers and updates pricing in ERP system when required by vendors or parts personnel

UNIQUE DEPT. DUTIES

• Analyzes improvement opportunities based on Parts Excellence Metrics
• Participates in stock setting review meetings with sales and service departments when necessary
• Works with counter personnel and parts managers on inventory & ERP related questions

MINIMUM REQUIRMENTS:
Education:
A high school graduate with four years computerized inventory control experience or a two-year college graduate with two years of computerized inventory control experience or four-year college degree in math, business, logistics or related area.

Work Experience:
See above

Physical:
Must be able to sit for long periods using a keyboard and monitor.

Other:
Needs advanced skills with computerized business systems and Excel software.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Your supervisor may request and assign you similar duties. Any major modification of this job role requires Human Resources approval.

Gregory Poole Equipment Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.