Inventory Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Inventory Analyst to support purchasing and inventory operations for a fast-paced organization in Worcester, Massachusetts. This role combines data analysis, inventory oversight, and accounts-related coordination to help maintain material availability and accurate financial records. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with large systems, interpreting trends in product usage, and collaborating across departments to keep supply chain activities running smoothly.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate stock positions, pending purchase activity, and past usage patterns to recommend timely and cost-effective buying decisions.

• Oversee inventory control activities that help balance supply levels with operational demand and reduce shortages or excess materials.

• Analyze purchasing, inventory, and payable data in Excel to identify trends, prepare reports, and support business decisions.

• Maintain accurate records in enterprise systems by updating purchasing transactions, inventory activity, and related financial details.

• Coordinate internal payables tied to procurement activity, helping ensure invoices are handled accurately and within expected timelines.

• Reconcile accounts and invoices by investigating variances, correcting discrepancies, and following issues through resolution.

• Perform purchase order and invoice matching for parent company billing, ensuring records are accurate and exceptions are addressed promptly.

• Partner with accounting, purchasing, and operations teams to support material planning, reporting needs, and high-volume supply chain activity.

• Communicate across departments to resolve issues, provide status updates, and support changing business priorities in a dynamic environment.

1. Degree in accounting/finance/related field highly preferred
2. 3+ years of analysis experience
3. Strong excel skillset, SAP +++
4. Experience in manufacturing/inventory
5. An analytical mindset is necessary (you don't just input the numbers but need to understand the story behind them)
6. Any experience in developing a role is a plus, this is add to staff so buildability is there for the development of the position
7. Clean resume with limited movement