Warehouse Inventory Analyst-Aurora

KeHE Distributors; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Rx

Vision

FSA/HSA

Life insurance (supplemental)

401(k)

Paid time off

STD/LTD

ESOP

Holiday pay

Job summary

KeHE Distributors in Aurora, CO is seeking an Inventory Control Analyst to drive inventory accuracy within a dedicated DC zone. You will perform root-cause analysis, guide cycle counting, and translate data into actionable insights for leadership.

This role partners with site leadership and supports continuous process improvements. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in inventory control, strong skills with WMS and Excel/Power BI, and the ability to mentor junior staff while delivering data-driven

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–5 years of experience in inventory control or related analytical role.
• Proven ability to conduct root cause analysis and communicate findings to leadership.
• Strong knowledge of inventory adjustment processes including recalls, DAP, UDR, VFR, Salvage and Donations.

Responsibilities

• Own root cause analysis on large-value inventory adjustments and variances; document findings and impact.
• Manage recalls, DAP, UDR, VFR, Salvage and Donation workflows with accuracy and compliance.
• Translate quantitative findings into concise narratives for DC leadership.
• Maintain ownership of the assigned temp zone; guide daily workflow and troubleshoot issues.
• Conduct cycle counter audits and collaborate with the DC IC Manager on coaching.
• Lead cross-functional IC projects and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Inventory analysis

Root cause analysis

WMS experience

Data-driven storytelling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

NTS experience

MS Excel/Power BI

Job description

• Shift Days: SU-TH, Shift Time: 4:00 AM to 12:30 PM


• Benefits after 30 days


• Health/Rx


• Vision


• Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA)


• Supplemental life insurance


• 401(k)


• Paid time off


• Short term & long term disability coverage (STD/LTD)


• Employee stock ownership (ESOP)


• Holiday pay for company designated holidays

Why Work for KeHE?

• Full-time


• Pay Range: $26.97/Hr. - $26.97/Hr.


• Shift Days: SU-TH, Shift Time: 4:00 AM to 12:30 PM


• Benefits after 30 days
  
  
  
  • Health/Rx
  
  
  • Dental
  
  
  • Vision
  
  
  • Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA)
  
  
  • Supplemental life insurance
  
  
  • 401(k)
  
  
  • Paid time off
  
  
  • Paid sick time
  
  
  • Short term & long term disability coverage (STD/LTD)
  
  
  • Employee stock ownership (ESOP)
  
  
  • Holiday pay for company designated holidays
  
  
  
  

Overview

Good people, working with good people, for our common good.

Sound good?

KeHE-a natural, organic, specialty and fresh food distributor-is all about \"good\" and is growing, so there's never been a more exciting time to join our team. If you're enthusiastic about working in an environment with a people-first culture and an organization committed to good living, good food and good service, we'd love to talk to you!

Primary Responsibilities

The Inventory Control (\"IC\") Analyst is the analytical and operational engine of the IC team. A role built for someone who can move fluidly between data, process, and people. Owning a dedicated temp zone within the DC, this role is responsible for driving inventory accuracy through root cause analysis, guiding the daily workflow of cycle counting staff, and delivering data-backed solutions to complex operational problems. The IC Analyst serves as a cross-functional partner to DC department leadership, translating inventory findings into actionable insight. This role requires someone who leads with curiosity, communicates with precision, and holds themselves accountable to continuous improvement across the operation.

Essential Functions

Inventory Analysis & RCA

• Own root cause analysis on large-value inventory adjustments and systemic cycle count variances, producing thorough documentation that supports resolution, quantifies impact, and prevents recurrence.


• Manage and execute Recall, DAP, UDR, VFR, Salvage, and Donation protocols with full process fluency, ensuring adjustments are accurate and compliant.


• Translate quantitative findings into concise, evidence-based narratives for DC leadership.

Zone Ownership and Operational Oversight

• Maintain full ownership of the assigned temp zone within the DC, including daily workflow guidance, adjustment oversight, and issue resolution.


• Conduct cycle counter audits to assess count integrity and adherence, partnering with the DC IC Manager on coaching opportunities.


• Prioritize daily IC tasks based on business needs, balancing urgent operational demands against longer-horizon deliverables.

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Establish a bi-weekly meeting cadence with the Site Director, focused on temp zone issues and collaborative problem solving.


• Maintain daily connects with Cycle Counter and Sr. Cycle Counter staff to align on priorities and surface emerging issues.


• Act as IC representative in cross-functional settings, identifying operational issues and communicating data-driven solutions to DC leadership.


• Serve as proxy for the DC IC Manager in meetings with Site and/or Area Directors.

Special Projects and Process Improvement

• Own at least one active cross-functional IC project with DC partnership, driving from problem definition through implementation.


• Execute ad hoc project assignments from the IC Manager with analytical rigor and structured thinking.


• Contribute to the continuous improvement of IC processes, documentation, and reporting standards.

Team Development

• Serve as the assigned mentor for the Sr. Cycle Counter, meeting weekly to address development needs and support their progression.


• Model the standard of data literacy, operational ownership, and cross-functional accountability expected at the IC Analyst level, acting as a leadership resource when the DC IC Manager is unavailable.

Minimum Requirements, Qualifications, Additional Skills, Aptitude

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's or bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, business, related field, or demonstrated work experience.


• 3-5 years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or a related analytical role within a distribution center environment.


• Demonstrated ability to conduct root cause analysis and communicate findings in a structured, data-driven format to operations or senior leadership.


• Strong working knowledge of inventory adjustment processes including Recall, DAP, UDR, VFR, Salvage, and Donations.


• Proficiency with WMS platforms; NTS experience strongly preferred.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience owning a dedicated inventory or workflow area within a high-volume DC.


• Familiarity with reporting / data querying (Excel, Power BI, SQL, etc.) and MS Office.


• Ability to build and interpret inventory trend analysis.


• Prior experience facilitating cross-functional projects with DC or operations leadership involvement.


• Comfortable in leadership capacity during absence of direct management, and ability to make sound decisions with credibility.