Inventory Control Analyst I (On-Site Raleigh NC)

PRIMARY FUNCTION:This position is responsible for properly maintaining parts inventory at various branch locations within predetermined inventory turn objectives and customer service levels

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Maintains established inventory levels and customer service objectives through daily analysis and review of Recommended Order Report for CAT products and non-CAT productsOrders and transfers products daily via ERP system to fill stock requirementsEvaluates opportunities for bulk purchase discounts and makes recommendations to supervisors on potential purchasesPrepares "Slow Moving/Non-Stock Report" weekly for return to CAT and reviews surplus Cat and selected vendor parts for annual surplus returnsOrders emergency parts on selected vendors as required to meet customer requirementsRecommends adjustments to system generated inventory levels based on upcoming demand changesReviews future dated order opportunities with branch parts managers monthlyMaintains daily contact with branches to resolve inventory discrepancies and shipping order discrepanciesFollows up with branches regularly to be sure stock is received and claims are filed for missing & damaged inventoryAttends regular branch meetings to field inventory questionsAdvises supervisor on any inventory problem areasAdds new part numbers and updates pricing in ERP system when required by vendors or parts personnel

UNIQUE DEPT. DUTIES

Analyzes improvement opportunities based on Parts Excellence MetricsParticipates in stock setting review meetings with sales and service departments when necessaryWorks with counter personnel and parts managers on inventory & ERP related questions

MINIMUM REQUIRMENTS:

Education:A high school graduate with four years computerized inventory control experience or a two-year college graduate with two years of computerized inventory control experience or four-year college degree in math, business, logistics or related area.Work Experience:See abovePhysical:Must be able to sit for long periods using a keyboard and monitor.Other:Needs advanced skills with computerized business systems and Excel software.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Your supervisor may request and assign you similar duties. Any major modification of this job role requires Human Resources approval.