Inventory Analyst I

Job Summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

Under general direction, this position is responsible for evaluating and implementing programs, tools, policies and procedures regarding inventory management, control, monitoring, and practices to meet project and production requirements. Reviews, evaluates, and approves purchase requisitions, transfer of stock, shortages, and expedites. Interacts with all levels of employees and external customers, including purchasing, production planning, warehouse, contracts, engineering, and manufacturing to ensure project and production requirements are met on schedule and within budget. This position involves the exercise of independent judgment and discretion about matters of significance.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITLIES:

• Reviews, evaluates and approves MRP requirements, purchase requisitions, and inventory transfers to ensure project and production requirements are met. Reviews cycle count results and resolves inventory discrepancies.
• Analyzes and resolves routine and non-routine obsolete and excess inventory issues. Reviews and analyzes ABC codes and order policies of parts.
• Reviews, analyzes, and resolves conflicts in supply and demand, and investigates as required. Presents findings and recommended solutions to management.
• Develops reports and procedures for inventory monitoring and control. Coordinates with IT in developing inventory data collection reports.
• Maintains, implements and assists in the development of inventory control programs to ensure project(s) and production requirements are met on time and within budget.
• Reviews and evaluates inventory control policy and procedures, and makes recommendations for changes.
• Analyzes and maintains sufficient inventory levels to meet production, Hi-time and repair requirements, while maintaining inventory level in accordance with management guidelines.
• Analyzes cycles count results and investigates discrepancies outside the specific tolerances.
• Reviews and analyzes inventory issues and receipts transactions and safety stock requirements.
• Reviews and evaluates Economic Order Quantity calculation.
• Analyzes and processes inventory write off of inventory obsolescence.
• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Additional Functions Other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in business administration or related field. Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
• Must possess a general understanding of inventory planning and control standards, practices, concepts, and principles, along with a general knowledge of computer based manufacturing systems and MRP.
• Must be customer focused and possess the ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret data and develop solutions to a variety of routine and non-routine problems.
• Good organization skills to maintain flow of work within the unit.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to interface with all levels of internal employees and external customers and to accurately document and report information and the ability to initiate, plan, and manage projects.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD secret clearance is required.
• The ability to work both independently and lead in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required.