Inventory Control Analyst: Data-Driven Ops Leader

KeHE Distributors, LLC; South Whitehall Township (PA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Rx

Dental

Vision

FSA/HSA

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid sick time

STD/LTD

ESOP

Holiday pay

Job summary

KeHE Distributors, LLC in Pennsylvania seeks an Inventory Control Analyst to act as the analytical and operational engine of the IC team in a high-volume DC, owning a dedicated temp zone and driving inventory accuracy. You will guide cycle counting, analyze variances, and deliver data-backed improvements while partnering with DC leadership.

The role requires strong data skills (Excel, Power BI, SQL) and experience with WMS systems; you will mentor staff and champion continuous process

Qualifications

• Experience owning a dedicated inventory or workflow area within a high-volume DC.
• Familiarity with reporting / data querying (Excel, Power BI, SQL, etc.) and MS Office.
• Ability to build and interpret inventory trend analysis.
• Prior experience facilitating cross-functional projects with DC or operations leadership involvement.
• Proficiency with WMS platforms; NTS experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own root cause analysis on large-value inventory adjustments and systemic cycle count variances, producing thorough documentation that supports resolution, quantifies impact, and prevents recurrence.
• Manage and execute Recall, DAP, UDR, VFR, Salvage, and Donation protocols with full process fluency, ensuring adjustments are accurate and compliant.
• Translate quantitative findings into concise, evidence-based narratives for DC leadership.
• Maintain full ownership of the assigned temp zone within the DC, including daily workflow guidance, adjustment oversight, and issue resolution.
• Conduct cycle counter audits to assess count integrity and adherence, partnering with the DC IC Manager on coaching opportunities.
• Prioritize daily IC tasks based on business needs, balancing urgent operational demands against longer-horizon deliverables.
• Establish a bi-weekly meeting cadence with the Site Director, focused on temp zone issues and collaborative problem solving.
• Maintain daily connects with Cycle Counter and Sr. Cycle Counter staff to align on priorities and surface emerging issues.
• Act as IC representative in cross-functional settings, identifying operational issues and communicating data-driven solutions to DC leadership.
• Serve as proxy for the DC IC Manager in meetings with Site and/or Area Directors.
• Own at least one active cross-functional IC project with DC partnership, driving from problem definition through implementation.
• Execute ad hoc project assignments from the IC Manager with analytical rigor and structured thinking.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of IC processes, documentation, and reporting standards.
• Serve as the assigned mentor for the Sr. Cycle Counter, meeting weekly to address development needs and support their progression.
• Model the standard of data literacy, operational ownership, and cross-functional accountability expected at the IC Analyst level, acting as a leadership resource when the DC IC Manager is unavailable.

Skills

Inventory control

Data analysis

Excel

Power BI

SQL basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in supply chain/logistics/business

Tools

WMS platforms

NTS experience

Job description

KeHE Distributors, LLC in Pennsylvania seeks an Inventory Control Analyst to act as the analytical and operational engine of the IC team in a high-volume DC, owning a dedicated temp zone and driving inventory accuracy. You will guide cycle counting, analyze variances, and deliver data-backed improvements while partnering with DC leadership.

The role requires strong data skills (Excel, Power BI, SQL) and experience with WMS systems; you will mentor staff and champion continuous process