Inventory Control Specialist

Inventory Reserve Ownership Lead the review of Safety, Sensing & Industrial Components (SIC) business inventory reserves on a monthly and quarterly basis Analyze data on slow-moving, excess, and obsolete (E&O) inventory and provide recommendations to Finance Partner with Product Management and Operations to understand usage patterns, obsolescence risks, and business decisions impacting reserve levels Track aging inventory trends and support initiatives to reduce reserve impact Reporting & Insights Development Maintain and evolve productivity and inventory-related dashboards and trackers Analyze trends and present clear, concise summaries to support strategic decision-making Provide data extracts and visualization support for leadership presentations and business reviews Respond to ad hoc data requests related to cost savings, aging inventory, and spend visibility Cross-Functional Collaboration Work directly with Finance, Product Management, Operations, and Sourcing to validate data and align on shared priorities Support the business unit’s productivity targets by ensuring accurate tracking and reporting Build strong working relationships to navigate the matrixed organization and drive aligned actions Required Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data validation) Experience working with large datasets and translating data into actionable insights Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Product Management, and Operations Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy Ability to manage recurring tasks while responding to ad hoc analysis requests Experience using ERP systems (SAP or equivalent) for data review or procurement activities Preferred Skills Familiarity with inventory reserve processes, including excess and obsolete (E&O) analysis Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or other dashboard/reporting tools Understanding of procurement workflows, shopping cart creation, and shipping coordination Knowledge of cost accounting or manufacturing environments Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field Exposure to continuous improvement or Lean methodologies (e.g., Yellow Belt training) Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field 2+ years of experience in analytics, finance, supply chain, or reporting roles Strong Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, data manipulation) Analytical thinker with the ability to derive insights from large datasets Clear and effective communicator — both written and verbal Preferred Qualifications: Experience reviewing inventory reserves or exposure to E&O reserve calculations Familiarity with SAP or other ERP systems Working knowledge of Power BI, or other dashboarding tools Understanding of cost drivers in manufacturing or distribution environments Experience collaborating with Finance and Product Management teams Job Type: Contract Pay: $45.00 - $54.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: 401(k) Health insurance Vision insurance Work Location: In person