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Temporary Inventory Control Analyst

El Segundo, CA

Position Overview:

SmartyPants is seeking a motivated, dedicated, and detail-oriented individual for the Inventory Control Analyst position. In this role, you'll optimize inventory tracking systems to improve control procedures, maintain accurate records of raw materials and finished goods, and investigate and resolve inconsistencies. You'll work closely with Supply Planning, Fulfillment, Finance, Demand Planning & 3rd party vendor to drive inventory accuracy and reconciliation. If you're a detail-oriented, Excel whiz with a passion for SmartyPants' mission, we want to talk to you!

 

What You’ll Do:

  • Optimize inventory tracking systems to improve inventory control procedures
  • Maintain accurate inventory of raw materials and finished goods across supply chain network
  • Investigate and solve inconsistencies with inventory
  • Collaborate with accounting on monthly reconciliation of inventory between ERP and 3rd parties
  • Reconcile weekly production batches and evaluate if excess scrap was incurred
  • Maintain cycle count program
  • Coordinate with 3rd parties to investigate inventory discrepancies
  • Other job-related duties as requested

 

What You Have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Operations, Supply Planning, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 4+ years of experience in a fast-paced inventory control role
  • Intermediate Excel skills
  • Familiarity with MRP/ERP systems
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Proven ability to take initiative and complete projects within tight deadlines
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Great interpersonal skills; able to interact with diverse personalities and behaviors
  • Flexibility and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

What you’ll get:

The pay range for this position is $31.67 to $38.61 per hour. SmartyPants Vitamins takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs. This position is a temporary position for a duration of 6 Months and is not eligible for benefits outside of those provided under state/local benefit programs.

 

About Us:

We are SmartyPants Vitamins – the best-selling vitamin and supplement brand known for making high-quality, nutrient-dense, unbelievably delicious gummy multivitamins for the whole family. In 2020 we joined Unilever as part of the Health & Wellbeing Collective, yielding additional support as we continue to grow the brand globally. From the start, SmartyPants Vitamins has been about family, authenticity and a core commitment to our collective well-being.  SmartyPants believes in making it easier to stay healthy by providing best-in-class products that also taste great. 

We're industry leaders in testing, transparency, and advocacy, from sourcing the highest-quality ingredients to testing and packaging.  We have an appreciation for the comedy and intensity that comes from working in a company with explosive growth and a strong sense of social responsibility.

Our mission is to bring better health to the real world. How? By making premium products that are crafted to fit delightfully into the lives of real families, and by giving back to women and children in need with the help of our partners at Vitamin Angels. Since 2011, SmartyPants Vitamins has helped Vitamin Angels Reach over 30 million mothers and children worldwide by making a matching 1-for-1 micronutrient grant for every bottle of vitamins sold!

SmartyPants Vitamins is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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