Inventory Optimization & Data Analyst

UFP Industries, Inc.; Coatesville (Chester County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. is seeking an Inventory Specialist to oversee a designated program and manage large-volume and small-part inventory. You will organize data and pull key information to support efficient supply decisions.

A continuous improvement mindset and collaboration with Sales and Purchasing are essential, as you monitor levels, address issues, and ensure on-time material availability across locations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in related areas.
• Knowledgeable in Company accounting procedures and inventory management concepts.
• Familiar with industry and Company standard practices and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and manages inventory levels to ensure turns as well as the percentage of inventory dollars to sales dollars remain within stated guidelines.
• Monitors inventory levels and conditions and resolves problems as they arise.
• Provides knowledge on inventory levels, cost, etc. to assist sales meeting customer needs.
• Ensures that the product is available, and that the correct product, and the best priced product is purchased.
• Works closely with the sales department to help address their specific individual needs, make them aware of any inventory problems or concerns, and communicate major market changes as necessary.
• Assists monitoring, maintaining, and managing all purchasing programs.
• Follows up on purchase orders to ensure their on-time arrival.
• This is to include the tracing of all inbound products.
• Follows up on all receiving claims and to make sure they are resolved in a timely manner.
• Monitor aged inventory report and create "hit lists" so the sales department is aware of potential inventory problems.
• Coordinate with other location's inventory management to rectify over and under-stock issues and to maintain inventory at optimal levels.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Inventory management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

UFP Industries, Inc. is seeking an Inventory Specialist to oversee a designated program and manage large-volume and small-part inventory. You will organize data and pull key information to support efficient supply decisions.

A continuous improvement mindset and collaboration with Sales and Purchasing are essential, as you monitor levels, address issues, and ensure on-time material availability across locations.