Inventory Strategy Analyst - Forecasting & Optimization

LogistiQ; Port Clinton (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

LogistiQ is seeking a Senior Inventory Analyst to lead analysis, forecasting, and strategic inventory initiatives. You will partner with operations, procurement, production, logistics, and finance to ensure accuracy, optimization, and data-driven decisions that improve turns and material availability.

You will drive cost reductions and support production planning while maintaining strong data integrity across ERP/MRP systems and reporting dashboards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• 4–6 years of experience in cost accounting or inventory analysis.
• CPA or CMA certification is a plus.
• Experience in manufacturing or distribution environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, analyze, and forecast inventory levels across locations.
• Collaborate with procurement and production on demand planning and optimization.
• Maintain inventory master data accuracy in ERP/MRP systems.
• Develop inventory KPIs, dashboards, and reporting tools.
• Lead process improvements to improve inventory turns and reduce working capital.
• Oversee system transactions including receipts, transfers, adjustments, and reconciliations.
• Support annual physical inventory activities and regulatory compliance.

Skills

ERP/MRP systems

Advanced Excel

Data visualization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Syteline (ERP)

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

LogistiQ is seeking a Senior Inventory Analyst to lead analysis, forecasting, and strategic inventory initiatives. You will partner with operations, procurement, production, logistics, and finance to ensure accuracy, optimization, and data-driven decisions that improve turns and material availability.

You will drive cost reductions and support production planning while maintaining strong data integrity across ERP/MRP systems and reporting dashboards.