Inventory Controller

Intuitive; Peachtree Corners (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Intuitive is seeking an Inventory Controller to analyze and improve inventory health, ensuring accuracy and reliability across operations. The role emphasizes root cause analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and proactive problem solving to prevent shortages and support continuous improvement.

The position requires strong analytical ability and the capacity to communicate insights to leadership and cross-functional teams, while maintaining governance of Kanban and related inventory systems.

Qualifications

• Strong analytics capabilities and clear communication.
• Cross-functional collaboration across operations.
• Structured inventory planning and governance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze recurring discrepancy patterns and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor inventory levels and report trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Investigate stock transfer issues and liaise between Inventory Control and operations.
• Prepare and present inventory reports, KPIs, and insights to leadership.
• Participate in system/process changes and UAT sign-offs.
• Drive continuous improvement in inventory accuracy and processes.

Skills

Analytics

Inventory management

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

ERP systems

Kanban

UAT

Job description

Job Description

Primary Function of Position:

The Inventory Controller is responsible for analyzing, improving and maintaining optimal inventory health to support efficient operations and evolving business needs. This role requires strong analytics capabilities, clear communication, cross functional collaboration, sound judgement, and well-structured inventory planning. The controller drives accuracy, prevents shortages, identifies risks and supports continuous improvement across the supply chain.

Essential Job Duties:

Inventory Accuracy & Root Cause Analysis

• Analyze recurring discrepancy patterns and implement proactive corrective actions.
• Perform in-depth root cause analysis for complex exceptions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve material master related discrepancies.

Inventory Health, Monitoring & Optimization

• Analyze inventory data to report trends, risks and opportunities from improvement.
• Identify overstated quantities in the system that may impact production and prevent material shortages.
• Monitor inventory levels to support operational reliability.
• Identify and resolve expired or at-risk inventory.

Cross-Functional Issue Resolution

• Investigate and resolve inventory issues related to stock transfer orders across internal plants.
• Act as a liaison between Inventory Control and broader operation groups.
• Support inventory impact of New Product Introduction life cycle projects.
• Reporting & Communication
• Prepare and present inventory reports, KPIs and insights to leadership and crossfunctional stakeholders.
• Use data to influence decision-making and optimize inventory strategies.
• Provide mentorship by sharing inventory knowledge and analytical insights with team members.

Process Governance & System Controls

• Maintain Kanban systems that align with operational replenishment strategies.
• Participating in UAT sign-off for system or process changes.

Continuous Improvement & Project Support

• Collaborate cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement in Inventory Accuracy and processes.
• Support operational readiness efforts, analytics projects and ongoing process enhancements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.