Inventory Control Analyst

Priority Dispatch Corp.; O’Fallon (MO); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. in Missouri is seeking an Inventory Analyst to analyze variances, perform root-cause analysis, and reconcile discrepancies within the cycle count program across manufacturing and supply areas.

You will collaborate with plant management, line supervision, material handling, engineering, and accounts payable to correct errors, train staff, and participate in annual inventories as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree, Associate’s degree or equivalent preferred.
• CPIM certification is a plus.
• One or more years of related experience required.
• Be organized, self-motivated, and able to plan and prioritize.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and research variances outside of tolerances defined for ABC classification of items.
• Determine root causes of errors and perform correct system transactions to reconcile variances.
• Prepare a weekly variance report summarizing root causes, resolutions, and corrective transactions.
• Review daily inventory error reports, research, reconcile, and report errors.
• Assist in cycle counts, audits, and staff training of counters and clerks.
• Assist Accounts Payable in reconciling vendor receipt discrepancies.
• Review slow moving/obsolete items for escalation regarding recycling or scrap.

Skills

Detail oriented

Organized

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s degree

Job description

SummaryThe Inventory Analyst will analyze, research, reconcile, and report to Inventory Control management all resolved and unresolved inventory variances outside of accepted tolerances associated with any activities included in the cycle count program for O’Fallon. Facilitate with plant management, line supervision, material handling, engineering, and any other areas that impact inventory accuracy to assist in the correction of the root causes of inventory inaccuracies.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Ensure that the daily cycle count and location audits are conducted in a timely manner and approved.Analyze and research the variances outside of the acceptable tolerances defined for the ABC classification of each item.Make determinations on root causes of the errors and perform the correct system transactions in order to reconcile and resolve variances.Prepare a weekly cycle count and location audit variance report summarizing all of the root cause, resolved variances, and the transactions made to correct.Review all daily inventory error reports, research, reconcile, and report all errors.Assist material handling with cycle counts and location audits when necessary.Assist in the training and development of the cycle counters, dock clerks, and cage clerks.Assist Accounts Payable in the reconciliation of vendor receipt discrepancies.Review slow moving and/or obsolete items found on cycle counts and/or audits for elevation to Inventory Coordinators and/or Inventory Control Leadership for recommendations on recycling and/or scrap of parts and/or raw materials.Perform BPAO (Branch Plant Area Organization) audits for production lines and subassembly areas.Participation in yearly physical inventories, if necessary, is mandatory; this could include weekend work (typically in December.)Perform all other job duties assigned by Inventory Control Leadership.The Inventory Control Analyst is an office-based role. Regular, predictable on-site attendance is required. Eligibility for up to one (1) remote workday per week may be permitted, subject to business needs and departmental guidelines.Perform core job responsibilities through regular in-person collaboration, including participation in meetings, team discussions, and cross-functional coordination.Collaborate with fellow team members and leadership in a shared work environment to support innovation and timely decision-making, problem-solving, and operational effectiveness.Maintain a consistent on-site presence to support and respond to day-to-day business needs, including attendance of scheduled meetings and real-time collaboration as needed to ensure alignment on department and company priorities.Meet regularly with manager in-person to align on workload, priorities, performance, and ongoing professional development.High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required.Bachelor’s degree, Associates’ degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school, preferred.One or more years of related experience required.CPIM certification is a plus.Be organized, self-motivated, and have the ability to plan and prioritize.Be thorough and detail oriented.Be objective, open minded, and seek continuous improvement.Have good inter-personal and communication skills, both verbal and written.Comfortable working in both a factory and office environment.Understand the value and importance of teamwork.The hours for this position are 6:00am - 4:30pm, Monday through Thursday.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.Company-paid background check required upon hire.