Warehouse Inventory Analyst

Schedule: 2nd Shift, Monday - Friday, 2pm - 11pm
Compensation:

Annual Compensation Range: $72,384 - $76,000
Incentive eligible: No

Position Overview
The Inventory Analyst is responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy and supporting compliance with the Quality Management System (QMS). This role ensures that product traceability, cycle counts, and discrepancy investigations are completed accurately and timely. The Inventory Control Analyst works closely with operations, customer service, and quality teams to provide accurate reporting, resolve inventory issues, and drive continuous improvement in inventory processes.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

Inventory Control & Accuracy

Perform daily cycle counts and inventory reconciliations to ensure alignment between physical stock, WMS, and customer systems.

Investigate and resolve discrepancies, documenting findings and corrective actions.

Maintain product traceability through effective lot, batch, and serial number control.

Support non-conforming product processes and manage inventory quality holds.

Assist in customer and regulatory audit preparation related to inventory control.

Data Analysis & Reporting

Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly inventory accuracy reports.

Analyze data to identify trends, root causes of discrepancies, and recommend improvements.

Track inventory metrics and report on variance, shrinkage, and adjustment activity.

Support customer reporting requirements and provide timely updates.

Collaboration & Support

Partner with warehouse operations to ensure best practices in inventory handling.

Work with Customer Service to research and resolve OS&D (overages, shortages, and damages).

Coordinate with Quality teams to support product integrity and compliance.

Communicate inventory status and issue resolutions to supervisors and managers.

Continuous Improvement & Safety

Identify opportunities to improve accuracy, reduce errors, and streamline processes.

Participate in Lean or Six Sigma initiatives related to inventory control.

Support safety initiatives and follow all site safety standards.

Perform other related job duties as assigned or required

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field is preferred or equivalent relevant experience.

Minimum 1–2 years of inventory control or related logistics experience.

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Experience with WMS, SAP, or similar systems.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Effective communication skills, with the ability to interact with multiple stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a 3PL or high-volume distribution environment.

Knowledge of Lean or Six Sigma practices.

Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred – both written and verbal

Physical Requirements

This is largely a sedentary role requiring the physical ability to:

Sit for prolonged periods of time at a desk while working on a computer

Use hands and fingers to operate a keyboard, mouse, and telephone

Speak and hear clearly in person, virtually, and over the phone

Occasionally stand, walk, reach, stoop, or lift up to 10 pounds

Work Environment

This position operates in a hybrid environment, with responsibilities carried out in both a warehouse setting and an office environment. In the warehouse, the employee is exposed to:

Varying temperatures, including but not limited to refrigerated or non-climate-controlled areas

Loud noise levels, such as machinery, forklifts, and conveyor systems

Dust, odors, and airborne particles

Concrete flooring and moving mechanical equipment

Frequent exposure to powered industrial vehicles and warehouse traffic

The employee is required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and high-visibility vests.

In the office environment, the employee will use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and printers. The noise level in the office is typically quiet to moderate, and the area is climate-controlled.

Location/Remote Eligibility

The role may be performed on-site only.

This position requires occasional domestic travel to other CJ facilities and may include up to 10% travel.

Schedule

Flexible hours may be required to support deadlines or cross-functional collaboration.