Inventory Optimization Engineer

Marmon Holdings, Inc.; Charleston, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Marmon Holdings, Inc. in Charleston, SC is seeking an Inventory Optimization Engineer to maximize inventory value by analyzing excess and obsolete inventory, identifying recovery opportunities, and preventing future obsolescence.

The role blends engineering, analytics, and business insight. You will work with Engineering, Sales, Purchasing, Product Management, Cataloging, Operations, and Finance to develop practical solutions that reduce write-offs, improve inventory turns, and support

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent Excel skills; Power BI or SQL exposure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inventory optimization: analyze excess and obsolete inventory to identify recovery opportunities.
• Research inventory history, demand, and product data to understand E&O causes.
• Prepare recommendations for disposition based on data.
• Support cross-functional E&O review meetings with teams across functions.
• Build dashboards and reports; monitor aging, turns, and write-offs.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Product Management, Cataloging, and Finance on inventory solutions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Excel

Power BI

SQL exposure

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Job description

Perfection Hy-Test Company As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

The Inventory Optimization Engineer supports cross-functional efforts to maximize the value of the company's inventory by analyzing excess and obsolete inventory (E&O), identifying opportunities for recovery, and helping prevent future inventory obsolescence. This role combines engineering, business analytics, and problem solving to improve inventory performance. Working closely with Engineering, Sales, Purchasing, Product Management, Cataloging, Operations, and Finance, this individual will learn the automotive aftermarket while developing practical solutions that improve inventory, reduce write-offs, and support profitable growth. This new role is onsite, in Charleston, South Carolina.

Key Responsibilities

• Inventory Optimization Analyze excess and obsolete inventory to identify opportunities for recovery.
• Research inventory history, demand, and product information to understand why inventory became excess.
• Prepare recommendations for inventory disposition based on available data.
• Support recurring E&O review meetings with cross-functional teams.
• Track inventory aging and inventory health metrics.
• Assist in developing standard processes for evaluating excess inventory.
• Product & Application Research Work with Engineering and Product Management to understand product applications.
• Research opportunities to sell inventory against existing or alternative SKUs.
• Assist in identifying interchangeable or equivalent products.
• Help identify opportunities for SKU consolidation.
• Learn automotive product applications and catalog structure over time.
• Catalog & Product Data Partner with Cataloging to improve product information.
• Help identify missing applications and cross-references.
• Review product data for opportunities to improve inventory visibility.
• Support projects that improve catalog accuracy and completeness.
• Business Analytics Collect, organize, and analyze inventory data from ERP and reporting systems.
• Build dashboards and reports using Excel and Power BI.
• Monitor inventory aging, turns, E&O dollars, recovery rates, and write-offs.
• Present findings and recommendations to leadership.
• Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities to improve inventory management processes.
• Support Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Document standard work.
• Help automate recurring reports and manual business processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Analytics, Operations, or related technical field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent Excel skills; Power BI or SQL exposure preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn technical products and business processes.

Physical Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (any specific physical attributes or limiting factors to be accounted for): Work is performed in various environments, such as Office, lab, manufacturing. May be exposed to dust, noise, heat and cold. Position requires “safety-equipment” to be worn in designated areas. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may spend a large majority of time walking, standing, and using hands to push/pull.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class.

If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

Welcome to the biggest small business you’ll ever find. Part of Berkshire Hathaway, Marmon is a global industrial organization made of 11 industry groups with 30K employees and $12 billion in annual revenue. As leaders in their respective industries, our 120+ companies thrive on an independent mindset and entrepreneurial spirit. At the same time, they benefit from being part of our industry groups—where they’re able to tap into the expertise and insights of other Marmon companies. While we’re all unique, we all share a common commitment to doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. When you work at Marmon, you're advancing our everyday world and beyond. Our engineering solutions help millions around the world stay connected, healthy, and safe. Wherever you're at in your career, our people and resources will help you go further. As you grow your skills, you can also move up and around our 120+ companies. Work at a place you can stand behind. We show up to win every day, uphold the highest ethical standards, and always look to put each other in the best position to win.