Inventory Analyst

Title: Inventory Analyst

Reports to: Inventory Manager

The Inventory Analyst plays a crucial role in ensuring the accurate and timely flow of materials to support manufacturing operations. This position is responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy through cycle counting, material transactions, and location management, while driving continuous process improvements across inbound receiving, production, and outbound shipping. The analyst oversees inventory activities that directly impact production continuity, shipment accuracy, and operational efficiency. This role partners closely with warehouse, manufacturing, quality, scheduling, and purchasing teams to strengthen inventory control and overall operational excellence.

• Develop, maintain, and report inventory metrics to drive inventory accuracy, transaction integrity, and process improvement across manufacturing operations.
• Lead and support cycle counting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions to improve inventory accuracy and reduce shrinkage
• Analyze material movements and warehouse operations to improve inventory accuracy, reporting, efficiency, and visibility, and develop sustainable solutions
• Evaluate warehouse flow, storage methods, and facility layout to improve material handling efficiency and inventory visibility
• Leverage technology and data tools to create actionable insights, improve transaction discipline, and enhance material flow processes
• Ensure ERP/MRP transaction accuracy and data integrity while supporting audit readiness
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, 5S, Kanban, FIFO, JIT) across warehouse
• Proactively identify and communicate risks related to inventory discrepancies, production interruptions, or non-compliance impacting customers and Milwaukee Tool
• Support NPD introductions by ensuring accurate item setup, BOM integrity, and inventory controls
• Create and comply with all policies and procedures, and train team members
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Supply Chain, Operations, Industrial Engineering, or Business, and 2+ years of experience in inventory analysis, warehouse operations, or manufacturing supply chain
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting, with proficiency in data analysis tools (SQL, PBI)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage all organizational levels
• Experience working with ERP/MRP/WMS systems in a manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience in a manufacturing warehouse or plant environment
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and warehouse optimization
• Experience with barcoding, label printing, and inventory control systems
• Familiarity with cycle counting methodologies and inventory accuracy programs
• Ability to translate data into actionable insights for warehouse and production teams
• Solid project management skills. Capable of breaking down complex requirements into action plans