Inventory Analyst

American Rheinmetall Vehicles; Lapeer (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

American Rheinmetall Vehicles is seeking an Inventory Analyst to monitor and optimize inventory levels, ensuring data accuracy and smooth material flow to support production. The role also focuses on cycle counting, root-cause analysis of discrepancies, and continuous improvement of software systems used across departments.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in a related field, hands-on experience with ERP/MRP (Plex preferred), and knowledge of lean manufacturing, cost accounting, and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of inventory control principles (cycle counting, Kanban, FIFO/LIFO).
• Understanding of supply chain, logistics, and materials management.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and production workflows.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (Plex preferred).
• Knowledge of demand planning and forecasting techniques.
• Understanding of cost accounting and its impact on financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze inventory levels to support production and operations.
• Maintain data accuracy and flow of inventory through systems despite changes.
• Perform periodic cycle counts and investigate discrepancies.
• Develop reports and tools to improve system functionality beyond ERP.
• Process machine scrap, EDI data, and Plex transactions as needed.
• Implement Engineering Changes Notices and Change Requests with impact assessment.

Skills

Inventory control

Cycle counting

Kanban

FIFO/LIFO

ERP/MRP systems

Demand forecasting

Lean manufacturing

Cost accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

GED or high school diploma

Tools

Plex ERP

Job description

Job Summary:

The Inventory Analyst is responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and maintaining optimal inventory levels to support production and operational efficiency.

Essential Functions:

Continuous upkeep of system part data, inventory data accuracy, and flow of inventory through system data, in spite of planned changes or additions, as well as all sources of inaccuracies, transactional mistakes or omissions made by all personnel, deviations from standard processing, and other anomalies. Do so in a manner which balances the needs of manufacturing for timely and effective implementation as well as needs of financial department for structured changes and minimum unplanned cost and inventory value fluctuations.

Implement small- and large-scale periodic inventory cycle counts, through proper organization of system, manpower, and hardware. Follow up on cycle counts, analyze, root cause discrepancies.

Continuous improvements of software systems as well as standard practices – across all departments, e.g., Paint, Assembly, QC, Estimating, Scheduling, etc.

Use programming computer skills to develop a range of programs, as required by different departments at Loc, that fall outside the parameters and/or capabilities of the ERP system and the IT department. Develop programs ranging from simple reports or tools.

Process machine scrap, some EDI Sales Data, oversee Assembly Plex transactions.

Implement Engineering Changes Notices and Processes Change Requests in the system, being mindful of effect of any changes on system flow, job routing, inventory value, inventory relabeling or quarantine.

Education & Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field preferred.At least one year of experience in inventory management, supply chain, or a related field, preferably within a manufacturing environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (as demonstrated through experience, training and/or testing)
• Knowledge of inventory control principles and practices (e.g., cycle counting, Kanban, FIFO/LIFO)
• Understanding of supply chain, logistics, and materials management
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and production workflows
• Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (Plex preferred)
• Understanding of demand planning and forecasting techniques
• Knowledge of safety and compliance standards related to inventory storage and handling
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., 5S, Six Sigma)
• Understanding of cost accounting and how inventory impacts financial reporting

Background Prerequisites:

Must undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification, reference checks and controlled substance testing.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience, education, certification that would be nice to have but are not required

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

With or without reasonable accommodation requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

American Rheinmetall provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or marital status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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