Inventory/Material Analyst
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 9, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 8, 2026. Adient scores B on the Alion truth index.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Specific Duties:
Inventory Management
Support the Assistant Materials Manager in monitoring the progress of the daily and weekly cycle count schedule to ensure all counts are completed by end of month.
Partner with the Material Analyst and Material floor team to inventory gain/losses, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
Audit cycle count packets to ensure they are complete based on BOS standards.
Monitor non-net and negative inventory conditions in QAD and coordinate timely resolution with the appropriate teams.
Work with Material Analyst and Floor Team to complete inventory related improvement projects including implementation of RT and WMS activities
Support Assistant Materials Manager to develop and execute improved safety stock/time strategies
Complete the monthly ABC inventory analysis via the ABC calculator and coordinate required classification and parameter updates.
Maintain inventory related data and KPI’s, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.
Develop and implement continuous improvement projects related to data collection, including progress tracking and activity updates.
Support annual profit plan activities
In coordination with Material Superintendent organize and manage Physical Inventories as required.
Change Control
Support all Launch/Balance out and Change Control related to inventory accuracy and targets.
Maintain pre-production inventory cage utilizing inventory control practices for in/out.
Work with Materials team to ensure all material is on site prior to Launch, Engineering Changes, and Balance Out’s which may include supporting the team to perform cycle and coverage count activities.
Confirm all system parameters are set up for new parts and removed for old level parts via parameter reviews and QAD monitoring.
Validate obsolete inventory quantities and supporting documentation for customer obsolescence claims, as required.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or similar field preferred
- 1 year of experience in inventory management along with a related degree. If no degree, additional equivalent of 3-5 years materials experience within Manufacturing.
- Experience with Materials flow, analysis, or coordination inside Manufacturing operations. Tier 1 JIT experience a plus.
- Knowledgeable with Microsoft Application including Excel
- Experienced with ERP systems (QAD preferred), and WMS
PRIMARY LOCATION
Bridgewater Interiors II