Global Inventory Analyst - Data-Driven, PO Execution

Protingent; Jersey Village (TX); On-site; USD 103,320 - 111,585; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Insurance plan options

Education/certification reimbursement

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Paid Time Off

Administered 401k

Job summary

Protingent Staffing is seeking an Inventory Analyst for a contract role in Houston, TX. You will support day-to-day supply, inventory, and purchasing activities across the client's global supply chain and maintain data integrity through consistent reporting.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in supply chain and inventory analysis, strong Excel skills, and experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred). This role involves coordinating with Planning, Logistics, and Warehouse teams to ensure on-time

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in supply chain, purchasing, and inventory analysis.
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, basic data analysis).
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred).

Responsibilities

• Inventory Analysis & Reporting: Run recurring reports to track inventory levels, excess & obsolete (E&O), and shortages across global hubs.
• Monitor inventory against targets (DOH, turns, safety stock) and flag variances to senior team members.
• Evaluate supply plans to manage inventory balancing across sites prior to E&O reporting.
• Maintain and update dashboards and data files (Excel / BI tools) with accurate, timely information.
• Perform root cause analysis on inventory imbalances (excess, shortages, slow-moving stock).
• Support monthly inventory reviews by preparing data and highlighting key changes.
• Operational Support for S&OP: Provide data inputs for S&OP and supply reviews (inventory position, risks, gaps).
• Track and report key metrics such as inventory turns, service levels, and aging.
• Follow up on action items from planning and inventory review meetings.
• Purchase Order Execution: Create and release purchase orders based on planning signals and guidance
• Track supplier commits
• Expediting or de-expediting orders as needed
• Resolving delivery and quantity discrepancies
• Maintain accurate PO data in ERP systems (dates, quantities, pricing)
• Communicate with suppliers and internal teams to resolve PO issues
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Work with Planning, Logistics, and Warehouse teams to ensure smooth material flow
• Coordinate inbound shipments and update delivery status as needed
• Support Finance with basic PPV tracking and invoice discrepancies
• Process Discipline & Continuous Improvement: Follow standard operating procedures for inventory and purchasing activities
• Identify data issues or process gaps and escalating to management
• Support implementation of simple process improvements and data clean-up efforts

Skills

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Protingent Staffing is seeking an Inventory Analyst for a contract role in Houston, TX. You will support day-to-day supply, inventory, and purchasing activities across the client's global supply chain and maintain data integrity through consistent reporting.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in supply chain and inventory analysis, strong Excel skills, and experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred). This role involves coordinating with Planning, Logistics, and Warehouse teams to ensure on-time