Inventory Analyst I

Join Rheem Northeast Distribution, proudly part of Rheem, a global leader in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) innovation!

With over 100 years of trusted service, Rheem Northeast Distribution has built a strong network across New Jersey, Connecticut and the New York City and Philadelphia metropolitan areas, delivering top-quality HVAC products, exceptional service, and industry-leading training to residential contractors and the multifamily industry.

At Rheem Northeast Distribution, we continue to operate with a small-company feel but with the resources and benefits of a large company - creating opportunities for growth and success for both our team and our customers. As part of the Rheem family, we’re stronger than ever and committed to:

• Listening to Understand
• Contributing Respectfully
• Thinking Creatively
• Acting with Responsibility

Step into an environment where innovation meets opportunity, and where you can grow with a company that values both its employees and its customers!

The Inventory Analyst I plays a critical role in ensuring product availability, operational efficiency, and inventory accuracy across Rheem Northeast Distribution’s branch network. This role monitors inventory levels, analyzes sales and usage trends, and partners with Procurement, Branch Operations, and an external inventory management provider to maintain optimal stock positions and prevent shortages or overstock conditions.

The Inventory Analyst I also supports Item Governance processes, manages daily new‑item updates, and produces weekly and monthly reporting that drives purchasing and replenishment decisions. Once established in the role, the analyst will be trained to independently purchase assigned product lines.

This position is based in North Plainfield, NJ and supports the Rheem Northeast Distribution business unit.

• Review weekly and monthly inventory reports from the external inventory management company and update ERP inventory levels accordingly.
• Analyze sales velocity, seasonality, and usage trends using reporting dashboards to recommend inventory level adjustments.
• Identify potential stockouts, slow‑moving items, and overstock risks; escalate and recommend corrective actions.
• Support development and refinement of inventory KPIs and reporting tools.
• Manage daily new‑item setup and updates in alignment with Item Governance standards.
• Ensure accuracy of product attributes, stocking levels, and replenishment parameters within the ERP system.
• Maintain data integrity across ERP, pricing tools, and inventory management systems.
• Use ERP Update/Pricing Service to perform mass uploads of approved inventory or pricing changes.
• Process inventory level adjustments, cycle count corrections, and replenishment parameter updates.
• Partner with Procurement and Branch Operations to validate data accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Work closely with Buyers, Procurement leadership, and Branch Managers to align on stocking strategies and replenishment needs.
• Coordinate with the external inventory management company to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Support purchasing activities for assigned product lines after completing required training.

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Inventory Management, Business, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 0-3 years of experience in inventory control, analysis, or inventory management.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Analytical Ability — Able to interpret sales, usage, and inventory data to drive informed decisions.
• Communication Skills — Strong verbal and written communication with internal teams and suppliers.
• Problem Solving — Ability to identify issues, analyze root causes, and recommend solutions.

• Technical Proficiency — Comfortable Navigating ERP systems, inventory management software, and reporting tools.

   

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• HVAC industry experience (distribution, product familiarity, stocking patterns).
• Purchasing/Buying experience supporting replenishment or product line management.

• Experience with Epicor Prophet 21 (P21).

   

As a leader at Rheem, how you achieve results is as important as the results you achieve. While LEADING SELF, you will be expected to demonstrate the following competencies and behaviors:

• Adapting
• Business Understanding
• Collaborating
• Communicating Effectively
• Continuously Improving
• Customer-Orientation
• Developing Self
• Focusing on Results
• Influencing
• Managing Relationships
• Managing Work
• Problem Solving & Decision Making

Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.

The pay scale for this position $56,100- $96,768. Please note all pay ranges are broadly stated and any final offer is dependent on factors such as location, direct experience, market guidance and internal equity, among other qualifying criteria.

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