Inventory Analyst

Ellsworth Corporation; Town of Germantown (WI); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Wellness program

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Ellsworth Corporation seeks an Inventory Analyst to optimize inventory across distribution and supplier networks at our Germantown, WI facility. The role emphasizes data-driven insights to drive stocking strategies and alignment with SIOP/IBS processes.

Candidates will analyze KPIs, collaborate with distribution and commercial teams, and implement efficient stocking solutions. Senior members may mentor analysts and lead policy development on inventory management.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in inventory management or supply chain.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field.
• APICS CPIM – Part 1 is preferred for senior candidates.

Responsibilities

• Execute and support enterprise 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 inventory recommendations (safety stock, reorder points, service levels) and make supplier-based decisions.
• Apply EOQ and segmentation strategies and maintain planning parameters.
• Support SIOP/IBS and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Senior candidates mentor junior analysts and lead inventory policy development.

Skills

Inventory management

Data analysis

SQL

Power BI

Excel

Tableau

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

APICS CPIM – Part 1 (preferred)

Tools

SQL

Power BI

Tableau

Python

Excel

Job description

Job Description: What does a cell phone in your pocket, a spaceship, and an electric vehicle have in common? Ellsworth Adhesives specs in materials in each of those products! Ellsworth Corporation, a global, industry leading distributor of specialty chemicals and equipment and adhesive manufacturer currently has an Inventory Analyst opportunity. This role reports into SCD, an Ellsworth Corporation company, located in Germantown, WI. This is an on-site/hybrid role and candidates must be able to reliably commute to our Germantown, WI facility at least 3 days per week. We are open to considering senior level candidates as well depending on prior skills and experience. Want to continue to grow your career? This is an exciting time to be a part of Ellsworth, come join our team! Ellsworth Corporation is a family-run company that has had continuous growth for over 50 years. We are an industry-leading global distributor, manufacturer, and packager of adhesives used by cell phone, medical device, space/aerospace, and electric vehicle industries!

Click here to see our state-of-the-art facility and distribution center and learn more about our business, and here to find out more about the industries we serve, and here to learn about our consumer and manufacturing divisions.

This role is responsible for driving inventory performance, optimization, and alignment across supply chain operations and 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
• Apply inventory models (Economic Order Quantity (EOQ), safety stock, segmentation strategies) and maintain planning parameters
• Support (SIOP) / Integrated Business Planning (IBS) and continuous improvement initiatives
• Senior level candidates will also mentor junior analysts, lead execution of continuous improvement initiatives, provide advanced inventory expertise, and lead the development and validation of inventory policies.

PERKS & BENEFITS

• As an industry leader, we offer a competitive wage, bonus plan, and a comprehensive benefit package which includes Health, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Flexible Spending, 401(k), Employee Assistance, Paid Time Off and Holidays, Wellness Program, Social Events, Community Involvement and much more!

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in inventory management or supply chain (5+ years for Senior level candidates)
• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college in Supply Chain or related field.
• Other equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Master’s degree, Advanced data analytics skills (SQL, Power BI, Tableau, or Python) a plus for Senior level candidates
• Microsoft Excel certification (or equivalent proficiency)
• APICS Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) – Part 1 - preferred
• 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

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.