The Inventory Analyst oversees inventory levels, conducts inventory audits, and generates reports to optimize inventory management. This role facilitates daily cycle counts, creates count plans in Logiwa, tracks and monitors the progress and running IRA, leads the reconciliation, and coordinates with warehouse teams. Working closely with the Operations Executive, the Inventory Analyst ensures compliance and drives inventory count processes. The position is primarily office-based, with 1-2x warehouse visits, and may require overtime.
Key Responsibilities:
Inventory Monitoring and Maintenance:
Monitor and maintain current inventory levels; track orders and investigate problems.Conduct regular inventory audits (cycle counts) and generate reports on inventory levels, usage, and forecast needs.Analyze inventory data to identify trends and recommend improvements to inventory management processes.Coordinate with other departments to manage inventory requirements and improve accuracy.Develop and implement strategies to optimize inventory levels.Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures related to inventory management (contract-stipulated quarterly cycle count).Prepare detailed reports on inventory operations, stock levels, and adjustments.Daily Cycle Count and Inventory Counts:
Facilitate and monitor daily cycle and inventory counts (internal or client-initiated).Timeline creation and tracking.Pre-count downloads.Count plan creation in Logiwa.Reconciliation of results.Daily cycle count schedule creation and coordination with warehouse partner inventory teams.Act as custodian of the Daily Inventory Cycle Count and Inventory Count trackers.Collaboration with Operations Executive:
The Ops Executive must still participate in the inventory count, count plan creation, and reconciliation (providing supporting data and pictures).Inventory Analyst would be the main driver for these activities.Working Conditions:
Office environment with 1-2x visits to warehouse locations.Standard business hours with the potential for occasional overtime based on business needs.Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.Proven experience in inventory management, logistics, or a related field.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.High Proficiency in inventory management software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.Strong attention to detail and accuracy.Effective verbal and written communication and coordination skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.Knowledge of inventory control procedures and best practices.Ability to travel to any warehouse locations and work overtime as needed.You'll become part of a diverse team that's globally distributed. We are a business that's been built in the post-pandemic era, with each employee being given the flexibility to create and build in their space.
We are meritocratic and believe in the potential of our employees, we look to go further each time and develop as a team.
In addition to an exceptional culture, fostered by 3 great founders you'll also get the following;
Annual Bonus25 days leave.Health Insurance.Macbook.Annual L&D supportWe believe diversity and representation are key to creating not only a great product but also an amazing customer and employee experience. Fostering this starts with hiring -- therefore we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or any other aspect that makes you, you.