Inventory Control & Analytics Manager

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Inventory Control & Analytics Manager at AUI is responsible for leading the overall function of inventory management assuring inventory accuracy analytics and risk management across the supply chain. This role serves as the central point of investigation for discrepancies shelf-life risk and accuracy issues driving timely resolution. The Inventory Manager partners closely with Finance QA Operations warehouses and Sales to detect issues early identify root causes and drive corrective actions.

This role is highly analytical detail-oriented and investigativeideal for someone who enjoys auditing problem-solving with cross-functional team and turning complex inventory data into clear business decisions that drive continuous process improvement.

RESPONSIBLITIES

Inventory Accuracy & Discrepancy Management

• Act as the escalation point for inventory discrepancies reported from different functions
• Lead cycle count analysis and reconciliation; determine corrective actions
• Conduct thorough review of inventory in all status for accuracy identify discrepancies and potential risks
• Investigate root causes of variances (transaction errors mis-picks lot issues timing gaps system errors).
• Partner with Operations and DC teams to prevent repeat issues and improve inventory discipline.
• Reconcile outside storage and third-party inventory); lead investigations and resolutions.

Inventory Analytics & Reporting

• Own and determine final inventory reserve calculation for financial report prepare valuation accrual reserve and write-off analysis in collaboration with Finance.
• Analyze inventory trends aging and usage to support forecasting and cost management.
• Delivering site-level valuation and capacity insights
• Provide early detection of abnormal inventory movements or excess buildup.
• lead and administer monthly product disposal and donation routines including systemic execution and financial reporting.

Shelf-Life Lot & Quality Coordination

• Collaborate with QA to review shelf life stability data and expiration trends.
• Review BC/BI and other shelf-life reports to identify high-risk or aging inventory (reviews may take full-day deep dives).
• Investigate bad lots FEFO deviations mis-rotations and lot master errors. Manage and maintain records of inventory subject for claims.
• Track root causes of QA-identified issues and recommend preventive actions.
• Support shelf-life extensions validations and inventory reserve decisions.

Risk Assessment & Decision Support

• Conduct risk assessments for inventory projected to expire prior to sale; quantify financial exposure.
• Use forecast models to simulate sell-off scenarios and identify inventory not supported by demand.
• Identify excess inventory and trigger next steps with Finance Supply Chain or Commercial teams.
• Support decisions on rework repack transfer disposal or inventory redeployment.

Systems Tools & Continuous Improvement

• Utilize WMS and ERP systems to track inventory accuracy lot history transactions and cycle count results.
• Build and maintain Excel-based analytics trackers and simulation models.
• Develop dashboards highlighting aging inventory high-risk lots and discrepancies.
• Support enhancements to WMS/ERP processes to improve data integrity controls and reporting speed.

Core Competencies

• Early detection mindsetidentify issues before they become financial or quality risks.
• Strong root-cause analysis and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to audit complex data sets.
• Confidence to raise a hand ask tough questions and engage the right stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Clear professional communication with cross-functional teams and leadership.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• 3-5 years of experience in inventory management supply chain analytics or data analysis; food manufacturing or distribution strongly preferred.
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables lookups complex formulas trend analysis; Power Query/Power Pivot a plus).
• Experience working with WMS and ERP systems.
• Proven ability to deliver inventory and cost analysis to Finance and Operations.

Preferred

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Business Analytics Finance or related field (preferred).
• Knowledge of FEFO shelf-life management and food regulatory standards.
• Experience investigating lot variances or QA deviations.
• Dashboard and automation experience (Excel Power BI or similar).
• Continuous improvement mindset with strong ownership mentality.

SALARY RANGE

Albert Uster Imports hires exceptional people to perform a wide variety of important functions that contribute to the success of the Company. One of the ways AUI does that is through a competitive compensation package. The base salary for this role will be $75000 - $85000.

This role will be bonus eligible.

Based on your qualifications previous experience and transferrable skills the Company will determine at its sole discretion the salary offered.