Field Inventory Analyst: Optimize Costs & Service

Thornton Tomasetti; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 61,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott in Austin, TX is seeking a US Field Inventory Analyst II to manage field inventory within the US and coordinate with supply chain, commercial, and customer service teams. The role focuses on optimizing inventory levels, reducing scrap and freight, and ensuring alignment with company policies and customer needs.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree with 2–4 years of relevant experience, proficiency in Excel, and familiarity with SAP/Business Objects. Some travel is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) or equivalent.
• 2–4 years relevant experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; SAP/Business Objects preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Ability to travel ≤5%.
• ERP/MRP knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory within the US field and between distribution centers and accounts.
• Focus on optimizing inventory levels and reducing scrap and freight costs.
• Collaborate with sales management, sales reps, and internal leadership to align on inventory targets and phase-in/phase-out projects.
• Develop tools and processes to manage field inventory and generate reports in Excel.
• Ensure ERP data integrity and accurate stock rotation in internal systems.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

SAP/Business Objects

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS)

Tools

ERP/MRP

Job description

Abbott in Austin, TX is seeking a US Field Inventory Analyst II to manage field inventory within the US and coordinate with supply chain, commercial, and customer service teams. The role focuses on optimizing inventory levels, reducing scrap and freight, and ensuring alignment with company policies and customer needs.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree with 2–4 years of relevant experience, proficiency in Excel, and familiarity with SAP/Business Objects. Some travel is required.