Inventory Analyst

Stryker Group; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 62,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Stryker Group in Kalamazoo, MI is seeking an Inventory Audit Specialist to plan, coordinate, and execute cycle counts across Warehouse, R&D, MedEd and Marketing locations. You will partner with Sales and internal stakeholders to ensure inventory accuracy and reinforce best practices.

Responsibilities include leading on-site counts, reconciling discrepancies, processing adjustments in systems of record, and delivering reporting to support inventory visibility and decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 0+ years of relevant experience.
• Excel proficiency is required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute cycle counts across multiple locations.
• Reconcile discrepancies and process inventory adjustments.
• Provide reporting and insights to support decision making.

Skills

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Oracle ERP

SAP

PRMS

Job description

What you will do -

Responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing inventory cycle counts across warehouse locations, including R&D, Marketing, and Medical Education (MedEd). This role partners with Sales and internal stakeholders to conduct inventory audits, ensure accuracy, and reinforce inventory management best practices. The position leads on-site counts, reconciles discrepancies, and processes inventory adjustments within systems of record. Strong attention to detail, organization, and the ability to manage inventory across multiple locations are essential.

Audit Management

• Plan, coordinate, and execute inventory cycle counts across Warehouse, MedEd, R&D, and Marketing locations

• Review audit results to validate accuracy, completeness, and proper documentation
• Support and participate in field inventory audits as needed

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with MedEd, R&D, Marketing, Sales, and Warehouse teams to coordinate inventory activities
• Provide guidance on inventory management best practices
• Build and maintain strong relationships to support inventory accuracy initiatives

Inventory Accountability

• Proactively analyze inventory data to identify discrepancies, trends, and corrective actions
• Ensure timely reconciliation and processing of inventory adjustments
• Provide reporting and insights to support decision-making and field inventory visibility

Operational Excellence

• Drive continuous improvement of inventory audit and cycle count processes
• Lead process improvement initiatives aligned to inventory performance goals
• Ensure inventory processes comply with internal controls, audit requirements, and organizational objectives

Required -

• Bachelor's degree
• 0+ years of experience
• Excel experience

Preferred -

• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle, SAP, PRMS, etc.).
• Experience in Supply Chain or Inventory Management.

$62,400 - $87,900 USD Annual