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A.O. Smith Inventory Control Analyst in United States
Inventory Control Analyst
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Date: Jun 27, 2024
Location: Lebanon, TN, US, 37090
Company: A. O. Smith Corporation
Company / Location Information
A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE: AOS) is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, offering a comprehensive line featuring the best-known brands in North America and China, we also manufacture water purification and water softening products for residential and light commercial applications.
Recognized by The Tennessean as one of the top Nashville area Workplaces, Lochinvar (A business unit of A. O. Smith) is a leading producer of energy-efficient boilers, water heaters, pool heaters and commercial package systems. We focus solely on serving our customers and offer them a product that delivers unmatched quality, performance, and application flexibility.
Primary Function
The Inventory Control Analyst will work with the supervisor and other team members to ensure inventory accuracy throughout the facility. The incumbent will apply various inventory control techniques and prepare reports to ensure best practices are being implemented on site.
Responsibilities
Reconcile Negative inventory on a daily basis for proper financial reporting.
Monitor the facility to ensure adherences to all inventory control procedures
Work with Supervisor to create and implement inventory control policies and procedures.
Aid in preparing monthly inventory reports.
Prepare and analyze multiple inventory reports and determine root cause for corrections.
Complete and update ABC classification for all parts.
Perform daily cycle counts.
Assist in the annual physical inventory.
Assist in identifying all excess, obsolete, and slow moving inventory reports.
Complete inventory adjustments as required.
Assist with the Kanban program.
Work on the lean initiative, including 6S and helping material presentation on the assembly floor.
Work with Purchasing on supplier issues and recommendations of packaging to help improve cycle counts and material handling.
Achieve goals and objectives, including inventory accuracy goals, as established by Supervisor.
Recommend improvements and productivity savings to Supervisor.
Communicate obstacles and barriers to Supervisor.
Perform other activities as needed or as directed.
Qualifications
Associate’s Degree in a related subject is preferred
Inventory control experience, preferred
Strong communication skills to effectively exchange important information one-on-one and in group situations
Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Word
PeopleSoft Inventory software experience, preferred
Ability to anticipate and adapt to changes
Strong creative and critical thinking abilities
Ability and desire to continue to develop and improve skills and knowledge
Basic mathematics abilities, including multiplication and division of whole numbers, fractions, and decimals, the ability to compute and interpret rate, ratio, and percentages, and the ability to draw and interpret graphs
Education
High School Diploma or GED
Years of Experience
Minimum of 1 year related work experience
We Offer
Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance.
Nearest Major Market: Nashville