Inventory Analyst

Make a difference.

As an Inventory Analyst, you will evaluate, forecast, and manage inventory to meet customer, branch, district, and Corporate requirements within budgeted investment metrics.

In this role you will:

• Review inventory levels and inventory performance; take steps to achieve budgeted investment metrics.
• Review, analyze, and evaluate inventory to prevent service failures; utilize inventory and customer demand forecasting methods to ensure the correct breadth and depth of products are maintained in stock.
• Evaluate supplier performance, and make recommendations to Product Management based on history and performance.
• Track materials shipped from zones; add to local inventory as sales warrant; utilize Stocking Decision Report.
• Maintain New Items in Stock report, and communicate with the field and customers.
• Eliminate excess or unwanted merchandise by working with suppliers and National Product Managers.
• Support and participate in branch Stock Committees as required.
• Review Sales Order Stock for timely disposition.

What you bring to the table:

• Minimum 1 year of inventory management experience required; 4+ years experience preferred
• 2 year degree preferred with concentration in Business Administration or related field
• Knowledge of basic inventory management principles
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel and SAP
• Ability to create Business Objects reports
• Communication skills
• Mathematical and analytical skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to work with all levels of branch and district employees

Compensation Details: The expected pay rate for this position is starting at $22.00 per hour depending on experience.

The Value of Graybar:

At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:

• Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.

• Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.

• Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts.

• Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.

• Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans.

• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.

• Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.

• Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year.

• Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.

• Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community.

• Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.

• Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program.

• Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.

• And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth.

Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.

Why should you join Graybar?

At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it's the right thing to do and the right way to run our business.

We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team.

That's what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company.

Apply now and find out what's next for you.

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