This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, which manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Inventory Analyst based in India.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Inventory Analyst to support global inventory management and logistics operations within a fast-paced, international supply chain environment. In this role, you will ensure the accuracy and timely processing of inventory transactions, shipment milestones, and logistics documentation. You will work closely with logistics teams, freight forwarders, third-party logistics providers (3PLs), and internal stakeholders to maintain accurate inventory records and improve shipment visibility. Using ERP and transportation management systems, you will monitor shipment activity, investigate discrepancies, and coordinate the resolution of operational issues. You will also contribute to financial accuracy, audit readiness, and compliance with international shipping requirements. This opportunity is ideal for an analytical professional who enjoys working with data, improving processes, and supporting efficient global supply chain operations.
Accountabilities
- Shipment Monitoring & Tracking: Review shipment records to identify missing, delayed, or inaccurate milestones in transportation management systems (OTM) and compare freight forwarder delivery information against recorded shipment data.
- Logistics Coordination: Collaborate with Logistics Operations teams to obtain shipment schedules, pickup confirmations, delivery updates, and supporting documentation, ensuring accurate and timely information.
- Freight Forwarder Management: Coordinate follow-ups with freight forwarders and third-party logistics providers to ensure shipment milestones and delivery records are updated correctly.
- System Issue Resolution: Work with OTM support teams to investigate and resolve system errors, missing shipment milestones, transaction exceptions, and other operational discrepancies.
- Issue Tracking & Escalation: Maintain an up-to-date issue tracker, monitor outstanding cases, provide regular status updates, and escalate overdue or high-risk issues to the appropriate stakeholders.
- Inventory Transactions: Process inventory receipts and fulfillments in NetSuite in accordance with applicable Incoterms, title-transfer requirements, and risk-of-loss provisions.
- Data Validation & Reconciliation: Validate shipment information, Advance Shipping Notices (ASNs), inventory receipts, and fulfillment records to ensure data completeness and accuracy.
- Financial & Operational Support: Support month-end and quarter-end reconciliation activities and identify shipments that may affect inventory receipts, fulfillment processes, revenue transactions, payment processing, or delivery visibility.
- Compliance & Audit Readiness: Maintain accurate inventory transaction records, supporting documentation, and audit trails to meet SOX requirements and other internal control standards.
- Reporting & Analytics: Prepare and maintain operational reports using Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and other reporting tools to monitor shipment performance, inventory accuracy, and operational efficiency.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with internal business teams, logistics operations, inventory management, OTM support, and external service providers to improve data accuracy and service delivery.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline inventory and logistics workflows, improve reporting accuracy, strengthen operational controls, and support special projects assigned by management.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
- Approximately 5+ years of relevant professional experience in inventory management, logistics, supply chain operations, or a related field.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data reconciliation skills, with the ability to investigate discrepancies and identify practical solutions.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Experience working with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and Transportation Management Systems (TMS); knowledge of NetSuite and Oracle Transportation Management (OTM) is highly preferred.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, reporting, and reconciliation. Experience with Power BI and other business intelligence tools is an advantage.
- Understanding of global logistics operations, freight forwarding, third-party logistics (3PL) processes, and international shipment documentation.
- Familiarity with Incoterms, inventory ownership, title-transfer requirements, and risk-of-loss concepts is an advantage.
- Knowledge of inventory receipts, fulfillment processes, shipment tracking, and supply chain transaction management.
- Understanding of SOX compliance, internal controls, and audit documentation requirements is beneficial.
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Excellent organizational, coordination, and follow-up abilities to ensure operational issues are resolved within expected timelines.
- Ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative, and collaborate effectively with geographically distributed teams across different time zones.
- A proactive and adaptable approach, with an interest in process improvement, operational excellence, and continuous learning.
Benefits
- Fully remote working opportunity within India.
- Full-time employment in an international and collaborative business environment.
- Opportunity to contribute to global supply chain and logistics operations.
- Exposure to enterprise systems such as NetSuite and Oracle Transportation Management.
- Opportunities to develop expertise in inventory management, international logistics, and supply chain analytics.
- Professional growth through hands-on experience with operational reporting, data analysis, and process improvement initiatives.
- Collaboration with international teams and third-party logistics partners.
- Opportunity to contribute to projects supporting the development of large-scale clean energy infrastructure.
- Exposure to a technology-driven environment focused on operational efficiency, automation, and sustainability.
How Jobgether works:
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
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