Inventory Analyst

Dover Corporation; Elon (NC); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Discretionary bonus

Descripción de la vacante

OPW, a Dover company, is seeking an Inventory Control Analyst to manage four facilities with about 7,000 SKUs. The role focuses on accuracy, variance analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to optimize inventory and working capital. A strong background in Excel, ERP systems, and BI tools is required, with CPIM/CSCP certifications preferred.

Typical schedule is Monday–Friday, with potential overtime. Travel up to 10% to NC facilities outside the Triad area may be required.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business, operations, finance, industrial engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 3–5 years of hands-on inventory control, inventory analysis (ABC/XYZ), and supply chain analytics experience.
• Experience managing large SKU portfolios (5,000+ SKUs) across multiple locations.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, ERP systems, and BI tools (Power BI/Tableau/Business Objects).
• APICS CPIM Certification and APICS CSCP Certification preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt experience welcomed for improvement initiatives.

Responsabilidades

• Maintain and improve inventory accuracy across four facilities with ~7,000 active SKUs.
• Monitor inventory transactions, adjustments, cycle counts, and reconciliations.
• Analyze variances and investigate discrepancies between physical counts and ERP records.
• Collaborate with Operations, Purchasing, Planning, Warehousing, and Manufacturing to correct inaccuracies.
• Develop and maintain inventory control procedures, policies, and audits.
• Conduct ABC analysis based on annual consumption value and inventory investment.
• Perform XYZ analysis to classify inventory by demand variability and forecast accuracy.
• Develop inventory strategies by segment: AX, AY/BX, CZ items.
• Recommend safety stock, reorder parameters, and stocking strategies.
• Lead investigations into discrepancies, shortages, stockouts, and excess inventory.
• Drive improvements to reduce shrinkage and improve transaction discipline.
• Develop and manage ABC-based cycle counting programs.
• Create dashboards and KPIs; produce weekly/monthly reports for leadership.
• Support annual physical inventories and ERP enhancements.

Conocimientos

Inventory control

Inventory analysis

Root cause analysis

Excel proficiency

BI tools

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management

Herramientas

SAP

Oracle

Infor/INFO

QAD

Epicor

MS Dynamics

Power BI

Tableau

Descripción del empleo

Since 1892, OPW customers have been able to count on us to revolutionize fluid-handling operations around the world. As a global leader in fluid-handling solutions, the mission of OPW is to be a developer of a comprehensive array of innovative fluid-handling solutions that our customers can consistently and reliably count on. These include loading and unloading systems for high-value hazardous and non-hazardous bulk products; railcar and transport tank-truck valves, gauging devices and tank-monitoring systems; automated storage-terminal controls and systems; and regulators, fittings, valves, vaporizers, vacuum-jacketed piping and gas-handling systems for the safe handling and distribution of cryogenics and industrial gases. OPW has more than 2,000 employees with manufacturing operations in North America, Europe and China, and sales offices around the world. OPW is part of the Clean Energy & Fueling segment of Dover (NYSE: DOV).

This position is based onsite at our Burlington distribution center and has a typical schedule of Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 4:00 pm. The ability to work overtime as needed is required. The Inventory Control Analyst is responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy, optimizing inventory performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across four operating locations managing approximately 7,000 SKUs. This position plays a critical role in ensuring inventory integrity, supporting operational efficiency, improving service levels, reducing excess and obsolete inventory, and identifying root causes of inventory discrepancies.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain and improve inventory accuracy across four facilities containing approximately 7,000 active SKUs.
• Monitor inventory transactions, adjustments, cycle count results, and inventory reconciliations.
• Analyze inventory variances and investigate discrepancies between physical inventory and ERP system records.
• Partner with Operations, Purchasing, Planning, Warehousing, and Manufacturing teams to correct inventory inaccuracies.
• Develop and maintain inventory control procedures, policies, and audit processes.
• Conduct regular ABC analysis based on annual consumption value and inventory investment.
• Perform XYZ analysis to classify inventory according to demand variability and forecast predictability.
• Develop inventory management strategies by inventory segment: AX Items: High-value, stable demand items requiring tight controls.
• AY/BX Items: Moderate monitoring and replenishment controls.
• CZ Items: Intermittent and unpredictable demand requiring specialized management strategies.
• Recommend safety stock adjustments, reorder parameters, and stocking strategies based on product classifications.
• Collaborate with Supply Planning teams to optimize inventory levels and working capital.
• Lead investigations into inventory discrepancies, shortages, negative inventory balances, stockouts, and excess inventory situations.
• Utilize structured problem-solving methodologies including: A3 / 5 Why Analysis Fishbone (Ishikawa) Diagrams Pareto Analysis Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) Identify systemic process failures and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Drive initiatives that improve inventory accuracy, reduce shrinkage, and improve transaction discipline.
• Develop and manage ABC-based cycle counting programs.
• Analyze cycle count results and identify recurring issues.
• Ensure inventory counts are executed consistently across all locations.
• Track and report inventory accuracy metrics by site, warehouse, product family.
• Monitor inventory health metrics including: Excess Inventory Obsolete Inventory Slow-Moving Stock Safety Stock Levels Days of Supply Inventory Turns Generate actionable recommendations to improve inventory performance and reduce carrying costs.
• Support inventory reduction and working capital improvement initiatives.
• Develop dashboards and KPIs to measure inventory performance across all locations.
• Prepare weekly and monthly inventory reports for Supply Chain and Operations leadership.
• Analyze inventory trends and provide recommendations based on data insights.
• Support annual physical inventory and external audit requirements.
• Support ERP enhancements and inventory-related system implementations.
• Collaborate with IT and Supply Chain teams on inventory data governance.

May require travel up to 10% of the time to a NC facility outside the Triad area.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, Operations Management, Finance, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 3-5 years of hands‑on experience with inventory control, inventory analysis (ABC/XYZ), supply chain analytics, physical inventory, or materials management experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience managing large SKU portfolios (5,000+ SKUs preferred) across multiple locations.
• Demonstrated experience conducting root cause investigations and implementing corrective actions.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, ERP (SAP/Oracle/INFO/QAD/Epicor/MS Dynamics), and BI tools (Power BI/Tableau/Bus. Objects).
• The Ideal Candidate Will Also Bring APICS CPIM Certification (Certified in Planning and Inventory Management).
• APICS CSCP Certification (Certified Supply Chain Professional).
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Experience supporting organizations with annual revenues exceeding $250 million.

This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

We Are Dover Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainability Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach, our team takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible.