Inventory Analyst I

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

Under close direction, this position is responsible for maintaining and implementing programs, tools, policies and procedures regarding inventory management, control, monitoring, and practices to meet project and production requirements. Reviews, evaluates, and approves purchase requisitions, transfer of stock, shortages, and expedites. Interacts with employees and external customers, including purchasing, production planning, warehouse, contracts, engineering, and manufacturing to ensure project and production requirements are met on schedule and within budget. This position involves the exercise of independent judgment and discretion about matters of significance.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews, evaluates, and approves MRP requirements, purchase requisitions, and inventory transfers to ensure project and production requirements are met.
• Reviews cycle count results, analyzes and resolves inventory discrepancies, and coordinates corrective actions as required.
• 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 and maintains reports and procedures for inventory monitoring and control, including use of Microsoft Excel (e.g., VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables, filters, and data analysis tools).
• Coordinates with IT in developing and refining inventory data collection and reporting from SAP and other systems.
• 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 policies and procedures, and makes recommendations for changes and process improvements.
• Analyzes and maintains sufficient inventory levels to meet production, Hi‑time, and repair requirements, while maintaining inventory levels in accordance with management guidelines.
• Analyzes cycle count results and investigates discrepancies outside specific tolerances; identifies root causes and drives corrective actions.
• Reviews and analyzes inventory issue and receipt transactions, safety stock requirements, and Economic Order Quantity calculations.
• Analyzes and processes inventory write‑offs related to inventory obsolescence.
• Sales Order and SAP Responsibilities:
  • Uses SAP to track and monitor Sales Orders from creation through fulfillment, ensuring accuracy of quantities, ship dates, and delivery status.
  • Reconciles pending Sales Order quantities against available and on‑hand inventory in the warehouse and system records.
  • Compares and analyzes warehouse inventory levels versus Sales Orders that are marked as fulfilled in SAP to identify discrepancies.
  • Investigates and tracks down missing items or mismatches between physical inventory and system records so that Sales Orders can be fulfilled; coordinates with warehouse, production, shipping, and customer service as needed.
  • Prepares and maintains Excel‑based trackers and dashboards to monitor open Sales Orders, backorders, shortages, and fulfillment performance.
• ​​​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.
• Additional Functions: Other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
 

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in business administration or related field. Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
• General understanding of inventory planning and control standards, practices, concepts, and principles.
• Working knowledge of computer‑based manufacturing systems and MRP.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis functions (e.g., VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables, conditional formatting, filters, and basic formulas) to analyze and reconcile inventory and Sales Order data.
• Experience working in SAP or comparable ERP system, specifically with Sales Order entry, tracking, and inventory transactions.
• Ability to track, reconcile, and analyze Sales Orders versus inventory levels and investigate discrepancies to support timely order fulfillment.
• 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 the flow of work within the unit and manage multiple priorities
  • 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 and continuous improvement activities
• The ability to work both independently and lead in a team environment is essential, as is the ability to work extended hours as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required.