Inventory Control Analyst

Quanex; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

PTO, holidays & paid training

401K with company match

ESPP 15%

Tuition support for education

Disability & life insurance

Safety-toe shoes

Free beverages

Employee referral bonuses

Job summary

Quanex in St. Cloud, MN is seeking an Inventory Control Analyst to lead cycle counts, manage inventory accuracy, and support financial close activities. You will ensure compliance and efficient operations while coordinating with purchasing and accounting teams.

The role requires strong Excel skills and attention to detail, with responsibilities including invoice processing, PO management, and inventory control to drive business performance.

Qualifications

• 2-year post-secondary education or related experience required or preferred.
• Experience with inventory control and cycle counts preferred.
• Strong Excel skills including V-Lookups and conditional formatting.

Responsibilities

• Lead cycle counts and physical inventories to ensure accuracy.
• Support financial close activities and record invoices.
• Enter and manage purchase orders; track movement and non-moving items.
• Monitor SOX compliance and related inventory documentation.

Skills

Inventory management

SOX compliance

Purchase orders

Education

2-year post-secondary education

Tools

Excel

V-Lookups

Conditional formatting

Job description

Quanex is looking for an Inventory Control Analyst to join our team located in St. Cloud, MN.

Keep inventory moving. Drive accuracy. Make an impact.

As our Inventory Control Analyst, you'll be the go-to expert for inventory accuracy—leading cycle counts and physical inventories, supporting financial close activities, processing invoices, and ensuring compliance with SOX requirements. Your work will directly support operational efficiency and business performance.

Work Hours: Monday – Thursday (7:30am-4:30pm), Friday (7:30am-2:30pm)

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision start the 1st of the month after hire
• Medical coverage featuring wellness incentives that may significantly reduce employee premiums
• PTO, ESST, paid holidays & paid training — starts right away
• 401K with 5% company match, yours to keep after 2 years
• 15% immediate return if you participate in the company’s ESPP
• Employer paid disability plans and life insurance
• Tuition support for degree and continuous education
• Safety-toe shoes at no cost
• Free fountain drinks and coffee during shifts
• Employee Referral bonuses

What Success Looks Like

• Inventory Management: Managing inventory levels, entering/managing purchase orders, entering/managing workorders, and addressing product with no movement.
• Monitor SOX compliance, inventory controls, and related documentation.
• Keep proper personnel informed of important developments, potential problems, and related information necessary for effective inventory management.
• Record/code invoices and generate and maintain processes for all new and existing programs.

What You Bring

• 2-year post-secondary education or equivalent related experience, preferred.
• Inventory experience, preferred.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, specifically Excel with ability to do V-Lookups, conditional formatting, etc.
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly detail oriented.
• Comfortable with prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

The salary range for this position is $50K - $60K w/ bonus potential.

NOTE: For individuals with nut allergies, please be advised that there is the potential to be exposed to nut products when working in our facilities.