Inventory Control Analyst

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Position Summary

TheInventory Control Analyst will be responsible for the execution of a scalable inventory control strategy in support of Progress's Renovation, Turn & Service business segments. This role will support to build out best-in-class processes to ensure that all inventory items are properly identified and readily accessible in accordance with the organizations inventory cycle. They will analyze historical data and trends to identify areas of opportunity and risks. The responsibilities will also include competitive pricing analysis, compliance, training and reporting, planograming, material sku management, and QR coding. This role will work with all business areas responding to market needs for materials required by field personnel and vendors to complete jobs on our homes.


Essential Functions

• Support the development and implementation of Inventory Control strategies to aid in rapid portfolio growth, driving both cost and time savings.
  
• Create, update, and evaluate metrics for measurement, comparison, or evaluation of factors affecting inventory.
  
• Analyzes current inventories and procedures; suggests improvements to increase efficiency of supply chain and profitability for the company. Ensure we have the right inventory on time to complete our work orders and improve resident satisfaction.
  
• Provide analysis and ideas to drive efficiency and process improvement including purchase price savings and overhead cost reductions.
  
• Monitories inventory levels and usage reports to ensure that Min/Max reordering points are accurate.
  
• Act as the back-end administrator of any materials ordering software/apps, working with the supplier on system/user updates and training field personnel.
  
• Collaborate with local Service Directors to ensure that program policies and procedures are being followed and that monthly safety stock inventory counts are being conducted.
  
• Provide analysis and ideas to drive efficiency and process improvement including purchase price savings and overhead cost reductions.
  
• Assist accounting department with all invoices, payment, and supplier issues.
  
• Work directly with Field Managers and Inventory Control Manager to evaluate materials requests from field.
  
• Accurately track and monitor all field material requests and provide timely status updates to the Inventory Control Manager.
  
• Perform regular inventory usage reviews, data analysis, supplier spend reporting and the roll out of new processes and policies.
  
• Utilize spend reporting to monitor supplier pricing changes, and work with the Inventory Control Manager to address changes with the supplier.
  
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and ad hoc reporting.
  
• Cross train and act as a backup for other roles in the Procurement Department.
  
• Experience interacting with manufacturers, suppliers, and service vendors.
  
• Ability to deal effectively and tactfully with a wide variety of individuals
  
• Ability to work independently and resolve practical problems.
  
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work well under stress, despite numerous interruptions with accuracy and attention to detail.
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  
• Knowledge of general home repair, maintenance practices and supplies.
  
• Basic understanding of inventory management principles.
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with internal and external customers.
  
• Ability to work in an ever-changing, fast-paced environment.
  
• Team player with a strong work ethic and an upbeat attitude.
  
• May require travel up to 25%
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or minimum of 3 years' experience in related field.
  
• Intermediate to Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite with emphasis on Excel functions like VLOOKUP, SUMIF, COUNTIF, Pivot Tables, etc. in order to pull actionable information and reporting from large data sets.
  
• Inventory management software experience and CPIM Certification a plus.
  

What you can expect from us:

• Competitive Compensation - Including performance-based bonuses that reward your contributions.
  
  
• Comprehensive Benefits Package - Medical, dental, vision, parental leave, 401(k) with company match and more.
  
• Generous Time Off - Enjoy PTO based on tenure, 13 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday.
  
  
• Ongoing Learning and Development - Quarterly summits, town hall meetings and continuous training to support your professional growth.
  
  
• A Culture that Celebrates You - We believe in collaboration, recognition and having fun while doing important work.
  
  

This summary is not an all-inclusive description of job duties. Other job duties and responsibilities may also be assigned by the incumbent's supervisor at any time based upon Company need.


Employment with Progress Residential is conditional on a satisfactory background and drug screen.

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