Inventory Analyst

At Rite-Hite, your work makes an impact. As the global leader in loading dock and door equipment, we design and deliver solutions that keep our customers safe, secure, and productive. Here, you’ll find innovation, stability, and the chance to grow your career as part of a team that’s always looking ahead. 

Primary Purpose & Scope

The Inventory Analyst is a newly created tactical role responsible for supporting the inventory control function across the Arbon footprint. This position will report to the Director of Warehouse & Network Optimization and will help execute the day-to-day inventory control processes that keep the warehouse network accurate, disciplined, and customer-focused. 

This role will support key transactional and analytical inventory activities, including cycle counting, inventory adjustments, item master maintenance, stockable versus non-stockable part updates, and inventory reporting. The Inventory Control Lead will help ensure inventory data is accurate and usable so that warehouse operations, technician truck stocking, service execution, and customer response are supported effectively. 

This position is designed to provide hands-on support for the inventory governance process and to help maintain clean, accurate inventory records across warehouses, technician trucks, and service locations. 

Values and Culture Expectations

All employees are expected to consistently demonstrate Rite-Hite’s Values in Action. These values shape the way we work together and how we serve our customers.   This includes modeling company values in daily interactions, decision-making, and how work is accomplished.  Employees are expected to contribute to a culture of accountability, collaboration, and respect.   

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Safety Responsibilities: 

• Support and promote a culture of safety. 

• Follow all Company and OSHA safety policies and procedures.  

• Proper use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) 

• Report hazards, near misses and incidents promptly 

Job Responsibilities: 

Inventory control support 

• Support the day-to-day inventory control processes across the Arbon footprint. 

• Assist with cycle count coordination, tracking, variance review, and follow-up. 

• Monitor inventory discrepancies and support timely inventory adjustments. 

• Help ensure inventory records are accurate and aligned with physical counts. 

• Support the control process for inventory holds, unresolved discrepancies, and inventory-related billing impacts. 

Item master and product maintenance 

• Maintain and update item master records for parts used across the business. 

• Support the ongoing classification of parts as stockable or non-stockable. 

• Help manage item attributes, descriptions, supplier references, stocking status, and related inventory setup information. 

• Assist with maintaining inventory data standards and ensuring item records are current and complete. 

• Support the creation and maintenance of part records needed for warehouse and truck stocking strategy. 

Inventory reporting and analysis 

• Support reporting on inventory accuracy, cycle counts, adjustments, stock status, and inventory trends. 

• Analyze inventory data to help identify variances, patterns, and process gaps. 

• Assist in identifying opportunities to improve inventory integrity and data quality. 

• Help provide visibility into inventory performance across warehouses and technician trucks. 

• Support the Director with data preparation and analysis needed for network and stocking decisions. 

Warehouse and technician truck support 

• Support accurate and consistent inventory processes related to warehouse locations and technician truck stock. 

• Help ensure parts are properly classified, stocked, and maintained in the system. 

• Assist with truck-stock replenishment data, inventory movement, and stock accuracy reporting. 

• Support exception handling when parts are used, adjusted, or transferred outside of normal inventory flow. 

• Help maintain consistency in inventory practices across locations. 

Process support and standardization 

• Support standard inventory processes, documentation, and operating routines. 

• Help execute audit expectations, count procedures, and inventory data maintenance tasks. 

• Identify recurring issues or inconsistencies and escalate them appropriately. 

• Support continuous improvement efforts by helping refine inventory processes and data quality. 

• Partner closely with warehouse coordinators, service leadership, and supply chain partners as needed.
  

Minimum Job Requirements

Education & Experience  

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Logistics, or a related field preferred. 

• 3+ years of experience in inventory operations, inventory control, warehouse operations, supply chain, or a related function. 

• Experience supporting cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, or inventory reporting. 

• Experience with item master maintenance or inventory data administration preferred. 

• Experience working with inventory or ERP systems; experience with Salesforce, JDE EnterpriseOne, and Tableau is a plus. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities 

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy. 

• Ability to work with inventory data and operational records. 

• Good communication and follow-up skills. 

• A disciplined, process-oriented approach to inventory work. 

• Ability to support multiple locations and priorities. 

• Strong teamwork and responsiveness. 

Preferred Job Requirements

Education & Experience  

• Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Logistics, or a related field preferred. 

• Experience in a service, distribution, or multi-site operational environment preferred.

 Role Specific Compliance Requirements

• Ability to travel approximately 25%, including visits to regional offices, warehouse locations and training events.  

• Ability to meet customer site access and safety requirements  

• Valid Driver’s License  

• Ability to pass background check 

• Eligibility to work in the United States 

Work Location, Schedule and Environment

• Work Location: Charlotte, NC or Milwaukee, WI 

• Work Environment: Office 

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion, the employee may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel may be required.  

Disclaimer: All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. 

This Job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job. This job description is subject to change, and the employer retains the right to change or modify the duties of this job at any time.  

What We Offer

At Rite-Hite, we take care of our people – because when you’re supported, you can do your best work. Our benefits are designed to support your health, your future and your life outside of work:

• Health & Well-being: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance. A robust well-being program with an opportunity to receive an extra day off and more.

• Financial Security: A strong retirement savings program with 401(k), company match, and profit sharing.

• Time for You: Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal/sick days each year.

Join us and build a career where you’re supported – at work and beyond.

Rite-Hite is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.In accordance with VEVRAA, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for protected veterans.We are also committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace for the safety of our employees and customers.