Inventory Control and DC Operations Analyst at Sobel Westex — USA | Base Career

Ensure inventory in the WMS/ERP matches physical reality at all times — quantity, location, and status
Monitor daily that there are no open transfers, open receipts, pending put-aways, or unshipped orders left unresolved at end of day
Verify that every receiving, putaway, transfer, pick, and shipping transaction is properly closed in the system before close of business
Lead and oversee cycle counts, reconciliations, and physical inventor events; investigate and resolve all variances
Identify root causes of inventory discrepancies and drive corrective actions with the warehouse team

Provide independent verification that daily warehouse activity is being executed and recorded according to company standards
Audit Warehouse Manager and Supervisor reported metrics against system data; flag discrepancies and follow them through to resolution
Review daily, weekly, and monthly transaction logs to surface missed steps, broken processes, or compliance gaps
Hold daily / weekly review checkpoints with warehouse leadership to confirm all transactions are reconciled and closed
Escalate unresolved operational or accuracy issues to senior leadership with clear data and recommended next steps

Review and validate all inbound and outbound shipping documentation — receiving reports, delivery notes, bills of lading, packing lists, and invoices
Prepare and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly reports on inventory accuracy, open transactions, and operational KPIs
Track and analyze key metrics such as inventory variance, order accuracy, on-time shipping, dock-to-stock time, and aging open transactions
Maintain organized digital and physical documentation for full traceability and audit readiness

Serve as the data and operations liaison between the warehouse, customer service, sales, and senior leadership
Coordinate with suppliers, carriers, and 3PL partners to confirm scheduled inbound and outbound activity is properly received and processed
Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding inventory status, shipment tracking, and order fulfillment

Ensure operational adherence to company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
Identify recurring discrepancies or process gaps and recommend systemic fixes to prevent them
Contribute to lean and continuous improvement initiatives across the distribution center

Sharp attention to detail and an audit mindset — you naturally look for things that don’t add up
Confidence to professionally challenge data, processes, and people until issues are resolved
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP / XLOOKUP, basic data analysis); solid Word and Outlook skills
Hands-on experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and/or ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Manhattan, or similar)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally across all levels of the organization
Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset
Solid understanding of inventory control principles and end-to-end distribution workflows (receiving, putaway, transfers, picking, shipping)
Self-starter capable of working independently and holding others accountable through data

High school diploma or equivalent
2–3 years of experience in distribution operations, inventory control, warehouse administration, or a similar role
Demonstrated experience with inventory management, transactional auditing, or operations data analysis
Working knowledge of shipping, receiving, and putaway procedures

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field
Prior experience in textile, apparel, or consumer goods distribution
Familiarity with basic accounting, purchasing, or procurement processes
Exposure to lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
Bilingual (English / Spanish) is a strong plus

Primarily office-based within the distribution center
Occasional walks of the warehouse floor required to verify activity, conduct cycle counts, or investigate discrepancies
Standard business hours, with occasional flexibility required during inventory cycles, peak periods, or month / year-end close

Inventory Control and DC Operations Analyst