Trident Consulting · 16 hours ago
Inventory & Materials Analyst
Trident Consulting is seeking an Inventory & Materials Analyst for one of their clients, a global leader in business and technology services. The role involves analyzing material usage, inventory levels, and costs to support efficient operations and informed decision-making.
Responsibilities
Analyze material usage, inventory levels, and demand trends to identify risks and opportunities
Maintain and develop Excel spreadsheets, dashboards, and reports (e.g., pivot tables, formulas, charts)
Track material costs and support cost-reduction and optimization initiatives
Monitor inventory accuracy and support cycle counts and reconciliation efforts
Identify data discrepancies and investigate root causes
Prepare and present analytical reports to operations, supply chain, and management teams
Support forecasting, planning, and procurement activities through data analysis
Collaborate with engineering, purchasing, and production teams to ensure material availability
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis tools
Demonstrated experience working with and/or leading cross-functional teams effectively
Experience with ERP or MRP systems
Knowledge of inventory management and supply chain principles
Experience analyzing large datasets and drawing actionable insights
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate data findings clearly, both written and verbally
Data analysis and interpretation
Advanced Excel proficiency
Inventory and materials management
Reporting and documentation
Cross-functional collaboration
Time management and organization
Preferred
Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
Basic knowledge of SQL or other data query tools