Inventory Analyst Job at Mizkan America Inc

Mizkan America Inc Mount Prospect, IL 60056

The Inventory Analyst is responsible for overall inventory management and accuracy, across the entire Mizkan distribution network. The Inventory Analyst is also responsible for the development, execution, and monitoring of Mizkan inventory processes and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure inventory accuracy and integrity across the Mizkan Distribution network
Develop, implement, and monitor KPIs, related to inventory management and accuracy
Lead the development of customized reports, focused on analyzing inventory management trends, which provide actionable, fact-based insights
Manage the inventory reconciliation process for all 3PL warehouses, and work with internal and external stakeholders to resolve all issues and discrepancies
Develop, implement, and monitor the Mizkan Cycle Count program
Coordinate and manage the annual physical inventory process for all 3PL warehouses
Support the OS&D process, through the investigation of all reported issues, and the implementation of the appropriate corrective action
Monitor aging and distressed inventory at all 3PL warehouses, and facilitate the approval, disposal, and documentation processes
Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, including 3PL warehouses, Supply Chain Planning, Transportation, Plant Operations, Sales, Finance, Purchasing, Marketing, and other departments, as needed
Manage pooled pallet programs (CHEP and PECO), ensuring accurate accounting of all pallets within the Mizkan distribution network
Assist the Distribution Manager in various ad hoc projects, which require data gathering, interdepartmental collaboration, and critical thinking skills
Other duties, as assigned

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, or equivalent work experience.
1-3 years of experience in Inventory Management
Computer literacy required. Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite with particular focus on Excel

Direct experience with inventory control, cycle counting desirable
Data mining skills including the ability to retrieve, manipulate, analyze, and interpret information critical to success
Attention to detail and processes is required
SAP and Microsoft Dynamics 365 experience preferred but not necessary
Knowledge of EDI Inventory Management process
Must be self-motivated, analytical, and driven to succeed
Must work well under pressure and be highly responsive to short deadlines
Ability to interface effectively with people is essential
Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to make presentations to small groups


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