Inventory Control Analyst
Cummins Turbo Technologies
IT
Ladson, SC, USA
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
Driving a safe workplace by proactively reporting hazards, incidents, and near‑misses while consistently complying with all HSE standards, procedures, and required training.
Upholding quality excellence through strict adherence to standard work, accurate process documentation, and timely quality checks that strengthen PFEP data integrity.
Resolving material issues by partnering with Quality to disposition non‑conforming material quickly, protecting production flow and customer satisfaction.
Optimizing delivery performance by managing part changes, ramp‑up/ramp‑down activities, and inventory readiness to meet global aftermarket demand while minimizing excess and obsolete stock.
Ensuring compliant part setup by coordinating with Purchasing and support teams to establish correct sourcing, initiate No Source Cases, and maintain full Hazmat compliance with internal and regulatory requirements.
Strengthening inventory health through bank‑build coordination, demand monitoring, planning parameter improvements, and root‑cause analysis that reduces E&O and supports smarter supply decisions.
Building strong team alignment by communicating clearly across planning, purchasing, quality, and product management teams to ensure shared understanding and smooth execution of daily and strategic activities.
Growing through continuous improvement by completing required training, contributing to safety, quality, and process‑flow projects, and remaining flexible to support evolving business needs.
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
Clear, adaptive communication to deliver multi‑mode messages that fit the needs of planners, engineers, suppliers, and leadership, ensuring alignment across all supply‑chain activities.
Customer‑focused decision making to build strong relationships, understand downstream impact, and ensure planning, scheduling, and change‑control actions support customer delivery requirements.
Results‑driven execution to consistently meet deadlines, manage competing priorities, and maintain performance under pressure while driving measurable improvements.
Complexity and process mastery to interpret large, sometimes contradictory data sets; optimize work processes; and apply PFEP principles across master data, material flows, transport, and warehouse management.
Advanced planning‑system capability to leverage the materials planning system as your primary tool—managing supply/demand, resolving exception messages, executing part‑change control, and maintaining a valid Master Production Schedule.
KPI‑driven analytical judgment to interpret materials KPIs, understand customer impact, balance trade‑offs, and influence improvements in scheduling, inventory health, and overall supply‑chain performance.
Education/Experience
• This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
• High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations.
Key Responsibilities
Analyze inventory data to identify discrepancies, trends, and systemic issues impacting inventory accuracy
Perform root cause analysis for inventory variances related to production, receiving, storage, picking, and shipping activities
Conduct physical investigations on the plant floor to trace parts, validate transactions, and observe processes contributing to inventory discrepancies
Reconcile system inventory to physical counts and support cycle counts and physical inventories
Partner cross-departmentally (Operations, Warehouse, Planning, Quality, Engineering, Finance) to identify process gaps and breakdowns
Document findings and recommend corrective and preventive actions to improve inventory controls
Support the development and improvement of standard work, procedures, and controls related to inventory management
Monitor effectiveness of corrective actions and track sustained improvements in inventory accuracy
Prepare reports and communicate findings to leadership with clear, data-driven insights
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience in inventory control, materials management, or supply chain analytics in a manufacturing or distribution environment
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate findings into actionable insights
Comfort working in both office and plant-floor environments
Ability to work cross-functionally and influence without direct authority
Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel (or similar data analysis tools)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with cycle counting programs and physical inventory processes
Familiarity with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies
Experience identifying and closing internal control gaps related to inventory
Key Competencies
Attention to detail
Process-oriented mindset
Clear and concise communication
Ability to balance data analysis with hands-on investigation
Continuous improvement focus
100% On-Site Yes
Due to the operational nature and specific job duties of this role, work is required to be completed 100% in person/On-site.
As Cummins continues to grow, you'll be provided with continuous learning opportunities, supportive benefits and a culture that values your wellbeing, safety and work-life balance. Here, you'll have the power to determine your future with innovative technology, a focus on sustainability and with a company positioned for long-term growth.