Remote Inventory Control Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

Description

We are seeking a full-time Junior Inventory Analyst to join our Procurement and Inventory Management team. The ideal candidate will be able to escalate hands-on experience in replenishment and supply management, online merchandising, performance measurement, and implementation of new processes. This position stresses a statistical and analytical approach to procurement and inventory management to leverage our world-class data processing capabilities and apply them in a variety of creative techniques and methods. 

This is a fully remote and full-time (benefits eligible) position. 

Duties & Responsibilities 

• Analyzing inventory and sales trends. 
• Effectively using forecasting tools and reports for strategic product replenishment. 
• Creating and maintaining purchase orders for regular replenishment, seasonal replenishment, volume orders and specials. 
• Ensuring optimal pricing and profitability through margin control. 
• Developing and implementing merchandising strategies resulting in improved sales and profitability. 
• Tracking major metrics and KPIs on brand and category level. 
• Creating promotional and seasonal plans to maximize sales and increase Average Order Value (AOV). 
• Implementing and managing mail in rebates, instant rebates, and promotions. 
• Assembling and merchandising complimentary products and promotional kits. 
• Visually merchandising products to improve visibility. 
• Helping manage product representation on site. 
• Researching, monitoring, and reporting on competitive landscapes. 
• Utilizing reports and analytical tools, updating required databases on an as-needed basis. 
• Additional duties as assigned. 

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required (concentration in Economics, Purchasing, Business or Supply Chain is preferred) 
• Analytical skills and attention to detail 
• Ability to understand and analyze complex data in order to make informed decisions 
• A sharp mind with an ability to grasp concepts quickly and work out solutions to complex logic problems 
• Experience in MS Office Suite, especially Excel, is preferred 
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written 
• A positive attitude, strong work ethics and ability to multitask is a must 
• Ability to work well under the stress of deadline pressure 

Compensation and Benefits 

• Annual Based Salary Range: $40-45K 
• The annual based range for this role considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.  
• Ecentria offers generous benefits to full-time employees including but not limited to:  
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance  
• 401k plan participation  
• Company paid Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance  
• Company paid Life Insurance 
• Company paid holidays  
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Paid Parental Bonding Leave 

To learn more Ecentria's benefits, please visit: https://ecentria.com/careers/   

Work Location: Fully Remote  

We are open to hiring employees in states that we have an established presence. We're excited to consider residents of Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and Wisconsin. If you're from one of these states, we'd love to hear from you. This list is subject to change at the company's discretion. 

Application: Your application must provide sufficient details about your background and experience to allow the screening panel to properly assess your experience in the required elements, including your experience and achievements. 

If a strong match is found between your qualifications and the requirements of the position, a member of the recruiting staff will contact you to further discuss the career opportunity. 

Equal Employment Opportunity: Ecentria is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 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.