Inventory Control Analyst

At WE Soda, we believe you are the most important asset. We are taking steps to attract and retain talented and motivated salaried entry-level and experienced individuals. Come utilize your skills and contribute to our continued success. Your new rewarding career begins here! WE Soda is the world's largest and most sustainable producer of soda ash, with operations in Turkey and two US-based facilities, located in Green River, Wyoming. At WE Soda, we strive to be the global leader in safe, sustainable, and innovative soda ash solutions, inspiring progress and creating a lasting positive impact for our industry and communities. Why Join WE Soda? Highly competitive salary commensurate with experience. Medical, Dental, Life & Disability Insurance, Vision, Flexible Spending (Medical and Dependent Care) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Pre-paid Legal, beginning first day of employment: company funds a portion of HSA contribution if eligibility is met. 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan for salaried employees, the company makes Safe Harbor matching contributions (fully vested immediately) of 100% up to the first 5% of eligible pay you contribute. Tuition reimbursement programs are available to qualifying employees for approved programs. Paid time off based on years of service with potential credit given for previous work experience. Company-paid transportation available for our Wyoming-based employees to our plants from Green River, Rock Springs, and Bridger Valley. Flexible work schedule (may be available and will vary based on location and/or position). Relocation assistance may be available based on position.

Title:

Inventory Control Analyst Location:

Green River, WY Key Responsibilities:

Own and report on core materials management KPIs, including inventory turns, service levels, stockouts, inventory accuracy, critical spare availability, working capital, and warehouse performance. Analyze inventory trends, usage history, min/max levels, and reorder points to optimize stock levels and protect operational continuity. Support inventory governance across obsolete, excess, inactive, slow-moving, non-stock, vendor-managed, and bin stock categories; develop disposition strategies that reduce working capital exposure. Drive cycle counts accuracy programs, physical inventory events, and reconciliation activities; investigate discrepancies and root causes. Support material master governance including cleanup, classification, naming conventions, and catalog optimization in SAP or ERP. Develop and maintain dashboards or automated reports that surface inventory and operational performance to site leadership. Leverage AI-enabled analytics and reporting automation to improve forecasting, identify inventory risks, and support decision-making. Partner cross-functionally with Procurement, Warehouse Operations, Maintenance, Reliability, Finance, and Operations to align inventory strategy with site needs. Support demand planning, outage and shutdown readiness, and strategic sourcing analysis to balance material availability with cost and inventory exposure. Monitor supplier performance and material lead times; recommend corrective actions and replenishment adjustments.

Activities:

Safety, Accuracy & Ownership Prioritize safety, accuracy, and responsiveness in all materials management, procurement and supplier interactions. Maintain awareness of site safety requirements and regulatory guidelines related to material handing (MSHA, SDS documentation, PPE when entering laydown or warehouse area) Participate in root cause analyses (RCAs) to resolve inventory, material, or supplier-related issues. Maintain accurate and auditable documentation in compliance with internal and regulatory requirements. Inventory Governance & Accuracy Govern inventory health and recommend disposition, return-to-vendor, or write-off actions to reduce working capital exposure. Support critical spares strategies to ensure availability of mission-critical components for mining and processing reliability. Lead cycle count accuracy programs and physical inventory events; track KPIs and drive corrective action plans. Investigate inventory discrepancies and stock variances; perform root cause analysis and implement preventive controls. Data Analytics, KPIs & Reporting Build, maintain, and continuously improve dashboards and automated reports for site leadership and operational teams. Use SAP, Excel, Power BI, and other reporting tools to analyze inventory and materials data; exposure to SQL preferred. Translate analytics into actionable recommendations for procurement, planning, and warehouse stakeholders. Cross-Functional Integration & Planning Support Collaborate with Maintenance and Operations on demand planning, outage planning, and shutdown readiness. Partner with Procurement on inventory optimization, strategic sourcing analysis, and supplier performance reviews. Support Finance with working capital reporting, inventory valuation analytics, and reserve/obsolescence assessments. Liaise with Warehouse Operations on layout, slotting, materials handling, and process improvements. Continuous Improvement & Process Optimization Identify and execute opportunities to automate manual reporting and standardize materials management processes. Support adoption of new technologies, including reporting automation, barcode scanning, RFID, and inventory management tools. Support ERP/SAP process improvements and implementation of best practices across warehousing and materials management.

Skill, Capability and Educational Requirements:

Required:

ERP Systems:

Experience using SAP or similar ERP systems required; familiarity with MRP, inventory planning, and warehouse management processes preferred. High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, Finance, Data Analytics, Materials Management, Operations Management, or a related field — or a relevant combination of education and experience. Minimum 3+ years of experience in inventory control, materials management, warehouse operations, inventory analytics, and procurement analytics. Advanced Microsoft Excel. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable recommendations. Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced operational environment.

Preferred:

Industry experience in mining, heavy industrial, manufacturing, oil & gas, or related sectors; maintenance inventory and critical spares experience strongly preferred. Familiarity with MRP, inventory planning, and warehouse management processes. Power BI, Tableau, or similar reporting tools; exposure to SQL or reporting automation platforms. Familiarity with AI-enabled analytics or predictive reporting technologies. Familiarity with inventory optimization methodologies, working capital management, and critical spares analysis. Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodology exposure. APICS CPIM, Lean Six Sigma, or related certifications. Familiarity with RFID systems, barcode scanning technologies, or handheld warehouse devices. WE Soda is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age (40 or older), disability, genetic information (including employer requests for, or purchase, use, or disclosure of genetic tests, genetic services, or family medical history), or any other legally protected categories. This includes providing reasonable accommodation for employee's and applicant's disabilities or religious beliefs and practices. Alternative methods of applying for employment are available to individuals unable to apply through this site because of a disability. Contact WE Soda Human Resources to discuss reasonable accommodations by sending an email to humanresources@wesoda.com.