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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 1 day ago

Inventory Analyst

Poway, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$57K/yr - $96K/yr

3+ years exp

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a leader in remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance. The Inventory Analyst will evaluate and implement inventory management programs and collaborate with various departments to ensure project and production requirements are met efficiently.

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Responsibilities

Reviews, evaluates and approves MRP requirements, purchase requisitions, and inventory transfers to ensure project and production requirements are met. Reviews cycle count results and resolves inventory discrepancies

Analyzes and resolves routine and non-routine obsolete and excess inventory issues. Reviews and analyzes ABC codes and order policies of parts

Reviews, analyzes, and resolves conflicts in supply and demand, and investigates as required. Presents findings and recommended solutions to management

Develops reports and procedures for inventory monitoring and control. Coordinates with IT in developing inventory data collection reports

Maintains, implements and assists in the development of inventory control programs to ensure project(s) and production requirements are met on time and within budget

Reviews and evaluates inventory control policy and procedures and makes recommendations for changes

Analyzes and maintains sufficient inventory levels to meet production, Hi-time and repair requirements, while maintaining inventory level in accordance with management guidelines

Analyzes cycles count results and investigates discrepancies outside the specific tolerances

Reviews and analyzes inventory issues and receipts transactions and safety stock requirements

Reviews and evaluates Economic Order Quantity calculation

Analyzes and processes inventory write off of inventory obsolescence

Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information

Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company

Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices

Design, develop, and maintain interactive dashboards and reports using Power BI to visualize key performance metrics and operational trends

Analyze large and complex datasets to identify actionable insights, performance gaps, and opportunities for process improvement

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather business requirements and translate them into efficient data models and visualizations

Automate data refreshes and ensure data accuracy through scheduled processes and validation checks

Monitor business performance using KPIs and deliver insights to drive data-driven decision-making

Extract and manipulate data from SAP modules (e.g., MM, PP, SD) for reporting, inventory tracking, and order management

Utilize advanced Excel functions (e.g., VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, pivot tables, Power Query) for ad hoc analysis and reporting

Reconcile SAP data with Excel reports to ensure data consistency and accuracy across systems

Generate and distribute standardized and custom reports to stakeholders, including operational, financial, and production data

Monitor inventory levels and product flow to ensure timely processing and minimize spoilage or expiration

Analyze supply chain and logistics data to optimize shelf life, lead times, and distribution efficiency for perishable goods

Track and report on key metrics such as product age, turnaround time, and waste rates to support inventory control initiatives

Collaborate with supply chain and operations teams to forecast demand and align procurement with shelf-life constraints

Qualification

Inventory ManagementPower BISAPData AnalyticsExcel ReportingProject ManagementCustomer FocusCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTeam Leadership

Required

Typically requires a bachelor's degree in business administration or related field along with three or more years of related experience in inventory planning and control. Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education

Comprehensive understanding of inventory planning and control principles, with in-depth knowledge of industry standards, advanced methodologies, and strategic best practices

Proven expertise in leveraging computer-integrated manufacturing systems

Must be customer focused and possess the ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret data and develop solutions to a variety of routine and non-routine problems

Good organization skills to maintain flow of work within the unit

Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to interface with all levels of internal employees and external customers and to accurately document and report information

The ability to initiate, plan, and manage projects

The ability to work both independently and lead in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required