Inventory Optimization & Analytics Lead

Lance Camper; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Lance Camper in Lancaster, CA is seeking an experienced Inventory Management Expert to improve stock accuracy, optimize levels, and strengthen controls across our operation. The role supports warehousing, procurement, and distribution activities across multiple sites and requires meticulous data management and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate will be highly analytical, hands-on, and skilled in identifying discrepancies, investigating root causes, and using inventory

Qualifications

• 5+ years in inventory management, control, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of cycle counting, reconciliation, replenishment, and demand planning.
• Advanced Excel and data-analysis skills.
• Experience with ERP and/or WMS.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to investigate discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication; able to work independently and cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Manage and improve inventory control processes to maintain accurate stock records.
• Monitor inventory levels, movement, aging, shortages, and excess stock.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and identify root causes.
• Develop and implement cycle-counting and physical inventory procedures.
• Reconcile physical inventory against ERP/WMS records.
• Establish inventory KPIs and provide regular reporting to management.
• Analyze demand, usage, lead times, and historical trends to recommend appropriate inventory levels.
• Develop reorder points, safety-stock levels, and replenishment strategies.
• Identify slow-moving, obsolete, and excess inventory and recommend corrective actions.
• Improve receiving, put-away, picking, transfers, returns, and inventory‑adjustment procedures.
• Create inventory controls that reduce shrinkage, errors, stockouts, and unnecessary carrying costs.

Skills

Advanced Excel & data analysis

ERP/WMS experience

Inventory control principles

Analytical & problem solving

Effective communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Lance Camper in Lancaster, CA is seeking an experienced Inventory Management Expert to improve stock accuracy, optimize levels, and strengthen controls across our operation. The role supports warehousing, procurement, and distribution activities across multiple sites and requires meticulous data management and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate will be highly analytical, hands-on, and skilled in identifying discrepancies, investigating root causes, and using inventory