Inventory Control Analyst II

Gregory Poole Equipment Company in; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gregory Poole Equipment Company seeks an Inventory Control professional to maintain parts inventory across multiple branches and meet turnover targets. You will analyze reports, place orders, and transfer stock via ERP to satisfy customer needs.

The role requires strong analytical ability and excellent customer service, with experience in ERP and Office tools. Ongoing stock optimization and cross-functional collaboration are key."

Qualifications

• Education options include four-year degree with two years inventory analysis experience or associate degree with four years related experience or HS with six years computerized inventory experience.
• Must have one additional year of experience in a Gregory Poole Inventory Control Analyst I role or equivalent.
• Strong analytical and customer service skills required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains inventory levels and customer service objectives via daily analysis of reports.
• Orders and transfers products daily through ERP to meet stock needs.
• Assesses bulk purchase discounts and advises on purchases.
• Prepares weekly slow moving/non-stock reports for CAT and surplus reviews.
• Orders emergency parts to meet customer requirements.
• Adjusts system inventory levels based on demand changes.
• Reviews future order opportunities with branch parts managers monthly.
• Maintains daily contact with branches to resolve inventory and shipping discrepancies.
• Follows up to ensure stock is received and claims filed for damaged inventory.
• Attends branch meetings to address inventory questions and advise on issues.
• Adds new part numbers and updates pricing in ERP as needed.

Skills

Inventory control

ERP system

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Associate's degree in related field

High school diploma with six years computerized inventory experience

Tools

ERP software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

This position is responsible for properly maintaining parts inventory at various branch locations within predetermined inventory turn objectives and customer service level.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Maintains established inventory levels and customer service objectives through daily analysis and review of Recommended Order Report for CAT products and non-CAT products
• Orders and transfers products daily via ERP system to fill stock requirements
• Evaluates opportunities for bulk purchase discounts and makes recommendations to supervisors on potential purchases
• Prepares "Slow Moving/Non-Stock Report" weekly for return to CAT and reviews surplus Cat and selected vendor parts for annual surplus returns
• Orders emergency parts on selected vendors as required to meet customer requirements
• Recommends adjustments to system generated inventory levels based on upcoming demand changes
• Reviews future dated order opportunities with branch parts managers monthly
• Maintains daily contact with branches to resolve inventory discrepancies and shipping order discrepancies
• Follows up with branches regularly to be sure stock is received and claims are filed for missing & damaged inventory
• Attends regular branch meetings to field inventory questions.
• Advises supervisor on any inventory problem areas
• Adds new part numbers and updates pricing in ERP system when required by vendors or parts personnel

UNIQUE DEPT. DUTIES

• Analyzes improvement opportunities based on Parts Excellence Metrics
• Participates in stock setting review meetings with sales and service departments when necessary
• Works with counter personnel and parts managers on inventory & ERP related questions-

MINIMUM REQUIRMENTS:

Education:

Four-year college degree in a related field with two years of inventory analysis experience or an associate's degree in a related field with four years of related experience or a high school graduate with six years of computerized inventory experience.

Work Experience:

(See above) Must have one additional year of experience in a GPEC Inventory Control Analyst I role or equivalent experience.

Physical:

Must be able to sit for long periods using a keyboard and monitor.

Other:

Must have excellent customer service skills; Must have advanced skills with computerized business systems and Microsoft Office; Gregory Poole Equipment Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.