Inventory Analyst

Job Title: Inventory Analyst Location: Houston, TX Duration: 12 months (Possible extension and potential conversion to full time) Schedule: 8AM-5PM Team: Inventory Management, Global Supply Chain Management About the Role: • We are seeking an Inventory Analyst to support day-to-day supply, inventory, and purchasing activities across client’s global supply chain. • In this role, you will maintain material availability by monitoring supply strategies, executing site-to-site inventory balancing, and performing detailed inventory analysis. You will also ensure high data integrity through consistent reporting and manage the full purchase order lifecycle to secure delivery on time. • The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, experienced in managing contract manufacturers (CMs), comfortable working with data, you should excel at executing standard operating procedures while continuously identifying opportunities for proactive process improvements. Key Responsibilities: Inventory Analysis & Reporting • Run recurring reports to track inventory levels, excess & obsolete (E&O), and shortages across global hubs • Monitor inventory against targets (DOH, turns, safety stock) and flag variances to senior team members • Evaluate supply plans to manage inventory balancing across sites prior to E&O reporting • Maintain and update dashboards and data files (Excel / BI tools) with accurate, timely information • Perform root cause analysis on inventory imbalances (excess, shortages, slow-moving stock) • Support monthly inventory reviews by preparing data and highlighting key changes Operational Support for S&OP • Provide data inputs for S&OP and supply reviews (inventory position, risks, gaps) • Track and report key metrics such as inventory turns, service levels, and aging • Follow up on action items from planning and inventory review meetings Purchase Order Execution • Create and release purchase orders based on planning signals and guidance • Manage open POs to ensure on-time delivery, including: • Tracking supplier commits • Expediting or de-expediting orders as needed • Resolving delivery and quantity discrepancies • Maintain accurate PO data in ERP systems (dates, quantities, pricing) • Communicate with suppliers and internal teams to resolve PO issues Cross-Functional Coordination • Work with Planning, Logistics, and Warehouse teams to ensure smooth material flow • Coordinate inbound shipments and update delivery status as needed • Support Finance with basic PPV tracking and invoice discrepancies Process Discipline & Continuous Improvement • Follow standard operating procedures for inventory and purchasing activities • Identify data issues or process gaps and escalate to management • Support implementation of simple process improvements and data clean-up efforts Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, Finance, or related field • 3+ years of experience in supply chain, purchasing and inventory analysis (internships acceptable) • Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, basic data analysis) • Experience with ERP systems (SAP, etc.) preferred • Basic understanding of supply chain and inventory concepts (lead time, safety stock, turns) • Strong attention to detail and ability to execute repeatable processes accurately • Good communication skills for working with internal teams and suppliers • Ability to manage multiple tasks and follow through on commitments