Inventory Analyst

Job Summary 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 general direction, this position is responsible for evaluating 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 all levels of 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 and resolves inventory discrepancies.
• 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 reports and procedures for inventory monitoring and control. Coordinates with IT in developing inventory data collection reports.
• 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 policy and procedures and makes recommendations for changes.
• Analyzes and maintains sufficient inventory levels to meet production, Hi-time and repair requirements, while maintaining inventory level in accordance with management guidelines.
• Analyzes cycles count results and investigates discrepancies outside the specific tolerances.
• Reviews and analyzes inventory issues and receipts transactions and safety stock requirements.
• Reviews and evaluates Economic Order Quantity calculation.
• Analyzes and processes inventory write off of inventory obsolescence.
• 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.

• Design, develop, and maintain interactive dashboards and reports using Power BI to visualize key performance metrics and operational trends.
• Analyze large and complex datasets to identify actionable insights, performance gaps, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather business requirements and translate them into efficient data models and visualizations.
• Automate data refreshes and ensure data accuracy through scheduled processes and validation checks.
• Monitor business performance using KPIs and deliver insights to drive data-driven decision-making.

• Extract and manipulate data from SAP modules (e.g., MM, PP, SD) for reporting, inventory tracking, and order management.
• Utilize advanced Excel functions (e.g., VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, pivot tables, Power Query) for ad hoc analysis and reporting.
• Reconcile SAP data with Excel reports to ensure data consistency and accuracy across systems.
• Generate and distribute standardized and custom reports to stakeholders, including operational, financial, and production data.

• Monitor inventory levels and product flow to ensure timely processing and minimize spoilage or expiration.
• Analyze supply chain and logistics data to optimize shelf life, lead times, and distribution efficiency for perishable goods.
• Track and report on key metrics such as product age, turnaround time, and waste rates to support inventory control initiatives.
• Collaborate with supply chain and operations teams to forecast demand and align procurement with shelf-life constraints.

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in business administration or related field along with three or more years of related experience in inventory planning and control. Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
• Comprehensive understanding of inventory planning and control principles, with in-depth knowledge of industry standards, advanced methodologies, and strategic best practices. Proven expertise in leveraging computer-integrated manufacturing systems.
• 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 flow of work within the unit.
• 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.
• The ability to work both independently and lead in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required.