Inventory Analyst III

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Inventory Analyst III

Client: Heavy Machine Manufacturing Company

Location: Waterloo, IA 50704

Duration: 12 Months (Possible Extension/Conversion)
Shift: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM

 

Description:

Job Summary

Manage and improve inventory accuracy, audit processes, and material flow within a manufacturing environment. The role works closely with Materials Management, Manufacturing Engineering, and Auditing teams to identify discrepancies, perform root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and coordinate inventory audits and related transactions.
• Monitor and coordinate material processes such as: Cycle counting, Return Goods Authorization (RGA), Excess material disposition
• Conduct root-cause analysis for inventory discrepancies.
• Reconcile inventory variances and implement preventive measures.
• Prepare and review perpetual inventory reports.
• Coordinate daily, monthly, and annual inventory audits.
• Support financial inventory audits.
• Improve inventory turns, accuracy, and point-of-use inventory.
• Collaborate with Materials Management, Manufacturing Engineering, and Auditing teams.
• Supervise or provide work direction to Cycle Counters and junior Inventory Analysts.
• Provide coaching and guidance to less-experienced personnel.
• Support related administrative and HR processes.

 

Required Skills

• Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration.
• Inventory analysis and reconciliation.
• Root-cause analysis and corrective action.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

 

Preferred Qualifications

• SAP experience.
• Strong understanding of material flow processes.
• Inventory management experience.
• Manufacturing environment experience.
• Experience with inventory audits and cycle counting.

 

Education

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent relevant experience.

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As a leading contract, contract-to-hire and professional placement firm, Three Point Solution understands the importance of aligning our client with the right resource at the right time. We are committed to the highest caliber of service that will benefit our clients, candidates and employees. Unlike large, corporate style recruiting firms, we commit to individualized attention that uniquely positions us to bridge the communication gap between recruiter, employer and candidate. Our goal is to cultivate and maintain true partnerships with our clients and candidates.

Company Description

As a leading contract, contract-to-hire and professional placement firm, Three Point Solution understands the importance of aligning our client with the right resource at the right time. We are committed to the highest caliber of service that will benefit our clients, candidates and employees. Unlike large, corporate style recruiting firms, we commit to individualized attention that uniquely positions us to bridge the communication gap between recruiter, employer and candidate. Our goal is to cultivate and maintain true partnerships with our clients and candidates.