Inventory Analyst

Ellsworth Corporation; Town of Germantown (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ellsworth is seeking an Inventory Analyst to drive inventory performance across the supply chain. You will analyze inventory data, KPIs, and reporting to assess health and collaborate to develop stocking strategies. This role provides data-driven insights to influence decisions and contributes to SIOP and IBS processes.

Required: 2+ years in inventory management or supply chain and a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field. CPIM certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in inventory management or supply chain.
• Certifications such as CPIM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute and support inventory strategy, segmentation, and optimization frameworks.
• Collaborate with distribution, commercial, and supply chain teams to implement stocking solutions.
• Develop and maintain inventory KPIs, reporting, and analytics to guide decisions.
• Analyze safety stock, reorder points, service levels and advise based on costs and demand patterns.
• Present inventory recommendations to customers and suppliers to drive adoption.

Skills

SQL

Power BI

Excel

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field

CPIM certification preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Job Description: Summary

Responsible for driving inventory performance, optimization, and alignment across supply chain operations. This role analyzes inventory data, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and reporting to assess overall inventory health and collaborates cross-functionally to develop and implement effective stocking strategies. The analyst provides data-driven insights to influence business decisions and contributes to Sales, Inventory, Operating Planning (SIOP) and integrated business processes (IBS).

Responsibilities

• Execute and support enterprise inventory strategy, segmentation, and optimization frameworks
• Collaborate with distribution, commercial, and supply chain teams to implement efficient stocking solutions
• Develop and maintain inventory KPIs, reporting, and analytics to guide business decisions
• Analyze inventory recommendations (safety stock, reorder points, service levels) and make recommendations based on supplier costs, terms, and demand patterns.
• For ePlus - Presents inventory recommendations to customer audience to drive adoption, working with suppliers to expedite material customers as necessary
• Support mitigation analysis for supply chain constraints.
• For ePlus - Communicates customers to mitigate stockouts, overstock, and scrap with product stocked at their location
• Influence planning, procurement, and operations through data-driven insights
• Apply inventory models (Economic Order Quantity (EOQ), safety stock, segmentation strategies) and maintain planning parameters
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiency improvements
• Develop dashboards and reporting tools supporting inventory strategy execution
• Support (SIOP) / Integrated Business Planning (IBS) and continuous improvement initiatives

Experience

2+ years of experience in inventory management or supply chain.

Education

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college in Supply Chain or related field. Other equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Certifications

Certifications, Business Licenses, Registrations, Other Microsoft Excel certification (or equivalent proficiency) APICS Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) – Part 1 - preferred

Other Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance, including making recommendations which may be outside standard operating procedures
• Possess an understanding of the entire supply chain within the commodity and understands/communicates the impact of supply disruptions upstream
• Effectively communicates the impact of supply disruptions
• Continuous Improvement experience desired
• Strong analytical skills SQL and PowerBI experience
• Attention to detail and accuracy required
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with relevant industry regulations and standards
• Experience leading projects or initiatives
• Proficient with MS Office applications (Excel), ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) software, etc.
• Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional environments

Travel

N/A

About Ellsworth

At Ellsworth, people are at the center of everything we do. We’re a global organization built on long standing values, integrity, respect, collaboration, and a relentless focus on our customers. We believe great outcomes start with great people. That’s why we invest in an environment where curiosity is encouraged, expertise is valued, and individuals are empowered to make a meaningful impact—for our customers, our teams, and their own growth. No matter your role, you’ll find that customer focus is part of every job at Ellsworth. We work across disciplines and regions to solve complex challenges, support real world production needs, and build solutions that last. This is a place where your work matters, your voice is heard, and your growth is supported. You’re in the right place and we’re glad you’re here.