Inventory Control Costing Analyst

K18, Inc. is looking for an Inventory Control Costing Analyst. The role will be part of the Supply Chain and Operations team, reporting to the Senior Director of Planning. The Analyst will be responsible for overall inventory management, accuracy, variance explanations, and costing among all warehouse locations including 3PLs, contract manufacturers and Amazon Fulfillment Centers. 

This role is highly detail-oriented in nature, and the ideal candidate must be able to work and communicate effectively with various stakeholders. Cross-functional teamwork includes regular communications with Finance, Sales, Contract Manufacturers, as well as our 3PL partners. The successful candidate will bring an entrepreneurial mindset, be a self-starter, and have the ability to wear many hats. 

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following: 

•  Ensure inventory accuracy and integrity among all warehouse locations including 3PL, contract manufacturers, and Amazon Fulfillment Centers by managing timely transactions and regular reconciliation process (monthly, quarterly, annually) 
•  Manage P&L impacting inventory general ledger accounts to tie out discrepancies and explain variances within them on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis 
•  Develop, implement, and monitor cycle counts, annual physical inventory process, and disposal documentation at 3PL warehouse and all locations where k18 owned inventory is present 
•  Reconcile and report on inventory levels, aging reports, and yields from inventory activities to drive accuracy on consumption for open to buy activities and inventory health 
• Ensure item information (e.g.part numbers, cost, price, etc.) is accurate within internal systems/documents 
•  Ensure streamlined communications and sharing of information with external auditors as requested during annual Audit 

Desired skills for the role will include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Ability to translate analysis results to clear conclusions and decision points for any levelof audience
• Excellent communication skills, and must be detail oriented
• Self-starter who will thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Critical thinking and ability to propose solutions for roadblocks and competing priorities
• Experience with startups, high growth businesses is a plus

This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated base salary range for this position. The actual base salary will depend on numerous factors such as: experience, knowledge and skills, and if the location of the job changes.

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