Inventory Planning Analyst

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An Inventory Planning Analyst is responsible for managing and optimizing inventory levels to ensure a balance between supply and demand, utilizing analytical skills and inventory management systems. The role will optimize inventory management to support sales growth. The Inventory Planning Analyst will be responsible for:

• Managing ERP system parameters to ensure correct product availability and optimize transactional efficiency.
• Collaborating with sales, operations, and factory teams to maintain appropriate stock levels and profiles.
• Overseeing product phase-outs and phase-ins to minimize negative impacts on customers and P&L.
• Conducting periodic reviews of inventory levels, addressing exceptions, and working with sales leadership to support growth targets.
• Managing vendor relationships, including performance reviews and addressing delivery or cost issues.
• Identifying and resolving issues related to distressed inventory (SMOD) and aged purchase orders.
• Developing strategies to optimize spend and vendor leverage through product or vendor consolidation.
• Key metrics for success include stockouts, aged purchase orders, weeks of supply, SMOD, and inventory turns.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Logistics, or Finance; OR equivalent industry experience
• 3+ years of experience in inventory planning

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA preferred
• Blue Ridge experience
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills with ability to prioritize tasks supporting sales growth
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with ability to interface effectively with sales, operations, and factory leadership 
• Proficiency in data analysis and management, including experience with ERP systems (CSD/SAP preferred)
• Ability to handle uncertainty and adapt to changing conditions 
• HVAC product portfolio knowledge and program/project management experience (desired)

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans 

*Bosch adheres to Federal, State, and Local laws regarding drug-testing. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screen and background check. Candidates who have been offered the position must pass both screenings before their start date.