Warehouse Inventory Analyst Nautical Manufacturing & Fulfillment Lenexa, KS Job Details Full-time $22 - $24 an hour 4 days ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Defect resolution root cause analysis Process audits Cycle counting inventory management Warehouse management system Inventory management software Bachelor's degree Supply chain analytics Supply chain management Cost accounting Data-driven problem-solving Logistics inventory management Operational excellence initiatives Process improvement planning Manufacturing Root cause analysis Process management Lean Six Sigma Certification Cross-functional communication Excel data analysis Full Job Description About the Role The Inventory Analyst supports the Inventory team by analyzing inventory data, identifying discrepancies, and investigating the root causes of inventory inaccuracies. This role works closely with the Inventory Manager and other departments to turn inventory data into actionable insights that improve accuracy, processes, training, and overall warehouse operations. Position Purpose The purpose of the Inventory Analyst is to investigate the root causes of inventory discrepancies and turn raw inventory data into tested hypotheses about why inaccuracies occur. The Inventory Analyst will use these findings to help the Inventory Manager and leadership make informed decisions regarding procedures, training, workflows, and process improvements that increase inventory accuracy over time. Essential Responsibilities Monitor inventory health and identify discrepancies through ongoing audits, including cycle counting and ABC analysis. Investigate inventory inaccuracies and develop hypotheses regarding their root causes. Test hypotheses using inventory data gathered independently or in partnership with an Inventory Associate. Analyze inventory information and identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement. Present findings and insights to the Inventory Manager to support changes to procedures, training, and workflows. Identify bottlenecks within storage and fulfillment processes and propose concrete process improvements. Assist with standardizing and documenting inventory procedures as processes are updated. Communicate findings and recommendations clearly across departments. Support continuous improvement efforts within inventory and warehouse operations. Skills and Requirements Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance/Accounting, Industrial Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered. 2-4 years of experience in inventory management, warehouse/fulfillment operations, or supply chain analytics. Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and similar functions. Experience working with a WMS/ERP system such as Extensiv, RAMP, SAP, NetSuite, or a similar system. Strong analytical and root-cause problem-solving skills. Experience with cycle counting, ABC analysis, and inventory accuracy auditing. Strong cross-departmental communication skills. Ability to develop practical solutions and process improvements, not simply identify problems. Process-oriented mindset with the ability to standardize and document workflows. Warehouse, fulfillment, manufacturing, or supply chain operations experience strongly preferred. Lean/Six Sigma certification, training, or equivalent experience preferred. Experience with demand forecasting/MRP preferred. Familiarity with GL/cost-of-goods concepts as they relate to inventory preferred. Working Conditions This position works in a warehouse environment with regular exposure to inventory and warehouse operations, varying temperatures, noise, and physical activity. The Inventory Analyst is scheduled to work Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Overtime and occasional weekend work may be required as business needs develop and as determined by management. The position requires standing, walking, sitting, lifting, bending, and reaching as part of regular job duties.

Pay:

$22.00 - $24.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Did you read the job description in full, and does it align with your experience?

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Warehouse management system: 2 years (Required) Cost accounting: 2 years (Preferred) Supply chain management: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Lean Six Sigma Certification (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Lenexa, KS 66219 (Required)

Work Location:

In person