Inventory Control Analyst

Join Brookshire Grocery Company

At Brookshire Grocery Company (BGC), we're not just about business—we're about building a community where you can thrive. Based in Tyler, Texas, BGC is home to five unique banners—Brookshire's Grocery Company, Super 1 Foods, Spring Market, Fresh by Brookshire's, and Reasor's—operating over 215 + stores across Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. We're all about creating a workplace where you can thrive. At BGC, you matter, your contributions are celebrated, and your future is unlimited. Whether you're launching your career or ready to level up, you'll find a supportive team, endless growth opportunities, and a chance to make an impact.

Here's what sets us apart:

• Wellness that works for you: Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and prescription coverage.
• Flexibility and freedom: Paid time off to relax, recharge, and enjoy life.
• Ownership that empowers: 401(k) plan to help you build a solid future that the Company contributes to.
• Savings for your lifestyle: Exclusive employee discounts on the things you need most.
• Investing in your dreams: Scholarships and educational support to fuel your growth.
• Adventure awaits: Access to a 205-acre outdoor recreation area for unwinding, connecting, and having fun.

When you join BGC, you're not just starting a job—you're becoming part of something bigger. We're here to support your goals, inspire your journey, and celebrate your wins.

Job Summary

Manages the creation and administration of purchase orders to maintain proper inventory balances in multiple warehouses for an assigned product category or group of suppliers. Forecasts inventory needs and ensures service levels are maximized for inbound and outbound orders. Works closely with category management and logistics areas to take advantage of cost-saving opportunities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitors assigned inventory levels and adjusts accordingly based on forecasted needs.
• Executes plans developed by category managers which includes displays, marketing plans, and promotions.
• Works with category managers to execute forward buys as appropriate.
• Reviews opportunities to purchase from alternative or non-traditional sources.
• Monitors performance and service levels of vendor products/partners.
• Maintains a high level of store awareness and obtain direct feedback regarding assigned category products and/or competitive opportunities.
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with internal organizations including store operations, logistics, accounting, manufacturing, and store brands.
• Achieves service level and inventory turn objectives as expected.
• Demonstrates professional understanding of current market conditions and supplier-specific logistics or product issues. Communicates any issues to leadership.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Intermediate knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of buying, merchandising and retail operations.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Access, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Intermediate knowledge of SAP reporting and transactional applications.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal form throughout all levels of the organization.
• Ability to maintain high levels of accuracy, productivity, and confidentiality.
• Ability to prepare reports and business correspondence.
• Ability to show information in presentation or diagram form.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and analyze information.
• Ability to research information, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Must be attentive to potential hazards and remedy or place appropriate warning signs or devices around or near the hazard as soon as is reasonably possible.
• Must report any potential hazards that cannot be immediately remedied to a supervisor.

Education, Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field and five or more years related experience preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Partners must be 21 years of age or older to drive for Company business in accordance with the BGC Business Driver Policy.

Physical Demands

• Continuously required to use close vision, distance vision, depth perception or the ability to focus.
• Frequently required to talk and hear.
• Frequently required to use hands for reaching, touching or handling.
• Frequently required to use fine finger movements (ex. sorting and typing).
• Frequently required to sit for long periods of time.
• Occasionally required to push, pull, maneuver or lift objects up to 40 lbs.
• Occasionally required to bend, kneel or squat.
• Occasionally required to stand or walk.
• Attendance at work is required.

Work Context and Environment

• Work is generally performed in an office environment.
• Quiet to moderate noise level.

Ready to find your place? BGC is "A Career Where You Belong." Brookshire Grocery Company strives to provide a safe, drug and alcohol-free environment for its partners and customers. The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information or military status and any other trait protected by law.