Inventory Control Analyst

Overview Who We Are . Working at Reece & Fortiline means being part of a growing global company that brings our purpose and values to life every day. We celebrate our team members living our values and provide opportunities to build a long and remarkable career. We’re proud to support essential industries helping bring clean air and water to everyone. To learn more about our purpose and values, visit our career site at Purpose . The Inventory Control Analyst will support regional store networks on maintaining and optimizing ERP systems to effectively manage service levels and OPEX, both of which are measured against organizational goals (ABC In-Stock Rate & Inventory Days on Hand). The Inventory Control Analyst will be responsible for immediately actioning critical items to drive business operations continuity along with leading training of network leadership and maintaining backend settings to drive long term results. Key Responsibilities Provide system expertise for ERP management: System maintenance includes purchasing cadences, purchasing targets, minimums/maximum management, inventory replenishment points, lead times, vendor settings, etc. Serve as Project SME (Subject Matter Expert): Demonstrate complete understanding of Inventory Management and Purchasing functions in ERP (Eclipse / Mincron) to effectively maintain system and drive projects forward. Manage procurement in assigned network region: Manage and follow up on critical in-bound material (purchases and transfers) to guarantee service level protection for end-customers. Provide efficient and economical Inventory Leveling: Support stores in redistributing excess and non-moving stock to stores that sell the material. Provide Reverse Logics Support: Aid network region in identifying and actioning (through vendor management team) opportunities to return excess and non-moving product. Execute Strategic Purchasing: Support assigned network region in placing purchases for critical stock or maximizing discounts to increase margins. Complete miscellaneous projects as needed: Serve as Project SME for Inventory Management for Store Openings, Relocations, and Closures along with Inventory Management of product range obsolescence, transitions, and rollouts. Key Competencies And Skills Required Business acumen ERP (Mincron/Eclipse) expertise Professional communication Ability to provide Customer Service Excellence to branches and end customers Time management skills Strategic planning skills Ability to multi-task and collaborate with cross-functional teams Ability to support high-volume inquiries in a timely and effective manner Minimum Qualifications At least 5 years of similar experience in managing Wholesale/Retail Procurement Bachelor’s degree Preferred Qualifications At least 5 years of experience in inventory management/control Experience with vendor relations and purchase order management Highly skilled in ERP and data analytics Our commitment to excellent customer service is just part of our story. We’re also dedicated to supporting our most valuable asset, our associates. One of the ways we do this is by offering a variety of high-quality benefits for our associates and their families. All Full-time Associates Are Eligible For The Following Benefits Medical and Dental Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts Company-paid Life Insurance Short Term Disability 401(k) Plan Paid Time Off (PTO) - plus paid holidays Parental Leave Voluntary Benefits Vision Long-term Disability Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance Additional Voluntary Benefits through Corestream We\'re an equal opportunity employer and we welcome diversity and inclusion. Reece USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer— Employer Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, and any other status protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr