Senior Analyst - Purchasing and Inventory

As a Senior Analyst - Purchasing and Inventory, you will help optimize inventory and service levels by analyzing inventory needs, coordinating with suppliers, and supporting effective purchasing and inventory control practices. You will serve as a key liaison between internal teams and suppliers, using data and performance metrics to identify opportunities that support a reliable and competitive supply chain. Responsibilities Monitor inventory levels and recommend stock adjustments based on business needs. Analyze inventory data and reports and provide recommendations related to inventory levels, rebalancing, and supplier returns. Place and expedite supplier orders to support on-time delivery and help prevent supply disruptions. Build and maintain effective working relationships with suppliers, sales teams, customer service, and other internal partners. Partner with customer service and other teams on lead times, pricing, availability, and related inventory needs. Communicate order and delivery changes and coordinate rescheduling to help prevent line stoppages. Resolve receiving discrepancies, invoicing issues, and other supplier-related concerns. Coordinate intercompany and supplier returns. Maintain supplier contact information and customer inventory letters of intent. Mentor and train developing Purchasing Analysts. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field. 4 years of relevant purchasing, inventory, supply chain, or related experience 3 - 5 years of experience expediting orders or deliveries Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret inventory-related data and make recommendations. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively across departments. Ability to build and maintain productive supplier and internal business relationships. #LI-LC1