Inventory Analyst

Work Location: Belle chasse, LA

ESSENTIAL PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION:

The Inventory Analyst is responsible for overseeing all inventory management, material handling, and procurement support activities within the onsite storeroom at the customer's facility. This role ensures that parts, supplies, and materials are accurately stocked, readily available, and efficiently managed to support the customer's operations. The position serves as the primary liaison between the customer's production and materials teams and Essex Brownell's supply chain organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage day-to-day operations of the onsite storeroom, ensuring accurate inventory levels and timely replenishment of materials.
• Maintain accurate records in the inventory management system, including receipts, issues, returns, and cycle counts.
• Coordinate with supply chain teams to forecast material needs and prevent stockouts.
• Receive, inspect, and properly store incoming materials in accordance with company and customer standards.
• Implement and sustain best practices in inventory control, safety, and housekeeping.
• Conduct regular cycle counts and participate in periodic physical inventories to ensure data accuracy.
• Monitor usage trends, identify slow-moving or obsolete items, and recommend adjustments to stock levels.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with customer personnel and supply chain team.
• Ensure compliance with all site safety policies and environmental regulations.
• Provide reporting on inventory metrics, stock accuracy, and performance KPIs.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Working effectively with others in a team-based approach to process improvements.
• Creative problem solving to overcome obstacles in pursuit of desired results.
• Demonstrate project management capabilities.
• Bias for action.
• Effective written and verbal communication.

COMPUTER EQUIPMENT AND SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS:

Proficiency with inventory management or ERP systems. Knowledge of QAD preferred, cycle counting experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in inventory management, storeroom operations, or supply chain/logistics.
• Experience working within a customer's facility or in an MRO/industrial environment preferred.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and operate material handling equipment (forklift certification a plus).
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, accuracy, and customer service.

SCOPE OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.