Senior Inventory Analyst (Officebased - Dayshift)

Outsourced Global Staff; Philippines; On-site; PHP 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Outsourced.ph in the Philippines is seeking a Senior Inventory Analyst to join the team in an office-based, dayshift role. You will monitor and analyze inventory levels, coordinate with Purchasing, Sales, Production and Warehouse to optimize stock, and provide actionable reports and recommendations to prevent shortages and reduce obsolete stock.

The role requires strong Excel skills, experience with ERP systems, and the ability to interpret stock data to support reorder decisions.

Qualifications

• Experience in inventory analysis, stock control or purchasing within wholesale distribution or manufacturing.
• Strong Excel skills and experience using inventory or ERP systems.
• Ability to interpret sales and stock data and turn findings into practical recommendations.
• Understanding of supplier lead times, reorder points, safety stock and demand forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Slow-moving and obsolete stock reporting: prepare regular reports identifying ageing, slow-moving and non-moving stock, including quantities, values, last sale dates and recommended actions.
• Reordering analysis: review stock on hand, customer demand, outstanding sales orders, open purchase orders and supplier lead times to recommend reorder quantities and timing.
• Stock level management: maintain and review minimum and maximum stock levels, reorder points and safety stock allowances.
• Demand analysis: analyse historical usage, sales trends and seasonal demand to identify changes in stock requirements.
• Stock shortage prevention: flag potential shortages early and coordinate with Purchasing, Sales and Production to resolve supply risks.
• Excess stock reduction: identify overstocked products and actions to reduce purchases or transfer stock.
• Customer-specific stock: monitor stock for individual customers against forecasts and agreed stockholding.
• Purchasing recommendations: account for minimum order quantities, pack sizes, freight considerations and lead times.
• Inventory accuracy: investigate discrepancies and support stocktakes and cycle counts.
• Management reporting: provide concise reports on stock value, turnover, coverage, shortages, and actions.

Skills

Inventory analysis

Stock control

Purchasing

Excel skills

ERP systems

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Senior Inventory Analyst (Officebased - Dayshift) Full Time Employee

Job Summary

We are looking for Senior Inventory Analyst to join the team!

About us

Outsourced.ph is a leading ISO certified Philippines offshore outsourcing company that provides dedicated remote staff to some of the world's leading international companies. Outsourced is recognized as one of the Best Places to Work and has achieved Great Place to Work Certification. We are committed to providing a positive and supportive work environment where all staff can thrive. As an Outsourced staff member, you will enjoy a fun and friendly working environment, competitive salaries, opportunities for growth and development, work-life balance, and the chance to share your passion with a team of over 1000 talented professionals.

Purpose of the role

Monitor and analyze inventory to ensure the business holds appropriate stock levels to meet customer demand, reduce slow-moving and obsolete stock, and avoid unnecessary purchasing. Working closely with Purchasing, Sales, Production and Warehouse teams, you will provide clear reports and practical recommendations on what to reorder, when to order and how much stock to hold.

Key responsibilities

• Slow-moving and obsolete stock reporting: Prepare regular reports identifying ageing, slow-moving and non-moving stock, including quantities, values, last sale dates and recommended actions.
• Reordering analysis: Review stock on hand, customer demand, outstanding sales orders, open purchase orders and supplier lead times to recommend reorder quantities and timing.
• Stock level management: Maintain and review minimum and maximum stock levels, reorder points and safety stock allowances.
• Demand analysis: Analyse historical usage, sales trends, customer forecasts and seasonal demand to identify changes in stock requirements.
• Stock shortage prevention: Flag potential shortages early and coordinate with Purchasing, Sales and Production to resolve supply risks.
• Excess stock reduction: Identify overstocked products, investigate the causes and recommend actions such as reducing purchases, transferring stock or working with Sales to clear stock.
• Customer-specific stock: Monitor stock held for individual customers against forecasts and agreed stockholding requirements, highlighting changes in usage and potential obsolete stock.
• Purchasing recommendations: Account for minimum order quantities, pack sizes, freight considerations and lead times when recommending replenishment.
• Inventory accuracy: Investigate discrepancies, unusual stock movements and negative balances, supporting stocktakes and cycle counts.
• Management reporting: Provide concise reports on stock value, stock turnover, stock coverage, shortages, excess inventory and actions required.

Skills and experience

• Experience in inventory analysis, stock control or purchasing within wholesale distribution or manufacturing.
• Strong Excel skills and experience using inventory or ERP systems.
• Ability to interpret sales and stock data and turn findings into practical recommendations.
• Understanding of supplier lead times, reorder points, safety stock and demand forecasting.
• High attention to detail, strong follow-through and clear communication across departments.

Measures of success

• Accurate, timely inventory reports with clear actions.
• Reduced slow-moving, obsolete and excess stock.
• Improved stock availability and fewer avoidable shortages.
• Reorder settings that reflect actual demand and supply lead times.
• Timely escalation and follow-up of inventory risks.

Work Schedule:6:00 AM - 3:00 PM Manila Time

Work Set-up:Office-based

Office Location: Eastwood, Quezon City

Note:As part of our recruitment process, we conduct a background check on all hired candidates. Please ensure that all required documents are prepared and submitted promptly.