Inventory Analyst

Rust-Oleum; Tipp City (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Company Provided Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Company‑paid short-term and long-term 

Disability

401(k) plans

Employer‑funded pension plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Rust-Oleum is seeking an Inventory Analyst to plan and schedule production of manufactured items while maintaining optimal packaging supplies. You will balance inventory, space, and dollars spent to meet service needs and drive efficiency across the plant.

The role requires 5–7 years of experience in manufacturing or supply chain, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with SAP/MRP processes. Collaboration with vendors and internal teams is essential for on‑time delivery and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or 5 years of equivalent work experience.
• 5 to 7 years of experience in the relevant field.
• PC/Microsoft application knowledge, knowledge of manufacturing processes, SAP experience is a plus.
• Supply chain, manufacturing and leadership skills are a plus.
• Advanced Excel skills would be needed.

Responsibilities

• Determine production requirements through utilization of the MRP system (SAP) to view customer demand, forecasts, safety stock and usage.
• Create production schedules; Ensure execution of plan through the entire process: from receiving to production to shipping.
• Coordinate new item numbers and new packaging with corporate contacts and customers to ensure on‑time delivery.
• Maintain weekly schedule adherence rates. Balance high volume runs with customer small batches. Balance line run time efficiency with customer orders.
• Create purchase orders and input inventory adjustments into the MRP system (SAP). Manage inventory levels to meet production requirements. Enter purchase orders for packaging and raw materials and place orders with vendors. Research and resolve discrepancies with raw materials, WIP, packaging, and finished goods. Contact vendors regarding quality issues with packaging and raw materials. Cycle counting, managing OWH levels.
• Order raw materials for products they are individually responsible for.
• Participate and contribute to facility improvement teams and daily production meetings.
• Provide information and partake in S&OP meetings as needed. Attend vendor and customer meetings as required.
• Communicate monthly production demands to supervisors, Plant Manager, Operations Manager and OEE manager.

Skills

Supply chain

Manufacturing

Leadership

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in business

Tools

SAP

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Inventory Analyst is responsible for scheduling and planning of production of manufactured items, while maintaining an optimal level of packaging supplies to meet schedule requirements. Assist in maintaining a balance of inventory to effectively utilize the material, space, and dollars spent while meeting service needs.

Responsibilities

• Determine production requirements through utilization of the MRP system (SAP) to view customer demand, forecasts, safety stock and usage.
• Create production schedules; Ensure execution of plan through the entire process: from receiving to production to shipping.
• Coordinate new item numbers and new packaging with corporate contacts and customers to ensure on‑time delivery.
• Maintain weekly schedule adherence rates. Balance high volume runs with customer small batches. Balance line run time efficiency with customer orders.
• Create purchase orders and input inventory adjustments into the MRP system (SAP). Manage inventory levels to meet production requirements. Enter purchase orders for packaging and raw materials and place orders with vendors. Research and resolve discrepancies with raw materials, WIP, packaging, and finished goods. Contact vendors regarding quality issues with packaging and raw materials. Cycle counting, managing OWH levels.
• Order raw materials for products they are individually responsible for.
• Participate and contribute to facility improvement teams and daily production meetings.
• Provide information and partake in S&OP meetings as needed. Attend vendor and customer meetings as required.
• Communicate monthly production demands to supervisors, Plant Manager, Operations Manager and OEE manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business or 5 years of equivalent work experience.
• 5 to 7 years of experience in the relevant field.
• PC/Microsoft application knowledge, knowledge of manufacturing processes, SAP experience is a plus.
• Supply chain, manufacturing and leadership skills are a plus.
• Advanced Excel skills would be needed.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company Provided Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company‑paid short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k) plans
• Employer‑funded pension plan
• Tuition Reimbursement