Inventory Control Analyst

About Mevotech

Mevotech is a prominent North American aftermarket auto parts company specializing in driveline, steering, and suspension components. With over four decades of industry experience, the company is committed to engineering excellence, innovation, and delivering outstanding customer service. Mevotech is recognized among Canada's Best Managed Companies for its dedication to employee wellness and engagement.

Position Overview

As an Inventory Control Analyst reporting to the Senior Supervisor, Inventory Control, you will manage inventory levels, analyze data, produce reports, and optimize inventory control systems. Your role includes ensuring data accuracy, resolving discrepancies, and implementing process improvements to enhance operational performance and reduce costs. You will collaborate with multiple departments to accurately track inventory transactions and maintain warehouse layout details.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain precise inventory records across warehouse and distribution centers to ensure optimal stock levels and inventory control effectiveness.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve inventory discrepancies and transaction errors promptly to uphold system accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Plan and execute daily cycle counts, reconcile physical inventory with system data, and enforce compliance with company inventory policies.
• Utilize advanced Microsoft Excel features, ERP software, and analytical tools to detect inventory trends, forecast issues, and support data-driven decisions.
• Prepare detailed and accurate reports concerning inventory movement, turnover, stock precision, cycle count outcomes, variances, and root causes for management evaluation.
• Collaborate with warehouse operations, supply chain, purchasing, customer service, and other teams to improve inventory accuracy, prevent stockouts, and minimize excess inventory.
• Maintain warehouse layout parameters including bin locations, inventory transactions, and master item data to facilitate efficient material flow and precise reporting.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators such as inventory accuracy, turnover, order accuracy, cycle count completion, and supplier performance metrics.
• Support initiatives focused on continuous process improvement, standardization, and inventory optimization that reduce costs and enhance distribution center functionality.

Qualifications and Skills

• 1 to 3 years of experience in inventory control, management, warehouse operations, supply chain, or related analytical roles.
• Comprehensive understanding of warehouse and distribution center processes including inventory transactions, cycle counts, stock reconciliation, and storage methods.
• Experience managing bulk inventory, finished goods, stock movement, receiving, picking, replenishment, and shipping workflows.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP functions, formulas, data analysis, and large dataset management.
• Familiarity with ERP, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), or other inventory management tools is preferred.
• Knowledge of data visualization and business intelligence software such as Power BI or Tableau is an advantage.
• Strong analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis abilities to convert inventory data into actionable insights.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills for collaboration with warehouse staff, supervisors, cross-functional teams, and internal clients.
• High levels of accuracy, attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness and flexibility to work both day and evening shifts depending on operational demands.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• This role requires working onsite five days per week.
• The position is primarily based in a warehouse setting with standard working hours, with occasional extra hours to meet deadlines or urgent needs.
• The environment is dynamic, necessitating multitasking and managing various responsibilities simultaneously.
• Physical demands are minimal, mostly involving sitting, computer use, and typical warehouse duties.