MSI

Summary: The IPR Analyst is responsible for supporting inventory planning, product lifecycle management, SKU performance analysis, and supply chain operations across multiple product lines. This role ensures optimal inventory availability, drives data-driven decision-making, and collaborates cross-functionally to improve product flow and supply chain efficiency. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, experience with inventory management principles, and the ability to translate business data into actionable insights.

Work Hours: Monday to Friday from 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM

Seniority Level: Associate

Employment Type: Full-time

Compensation: This salaried, exempt position pays from $70,400 to $80,000 per year. The estimated annual pay for new hires generally ranges from $70,400 to $80,000 or more, depending on experience, education level and annual bonuses.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to complete the following essential duties and responsibilities:

• Manage the supply chain for multiple product lines, ensuring optimal inventory availability across all warehouse locations.
• Analyze inventory performance and oversee inventory flow through demand planning, forecasting, replenishment planning, reorder point management, expedites, deferrals, diversions, pricing analysis, and receipt tracking.
• Develop, maintain, and communicate accurate Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) schedules using project management tools.
• Manage the complete product lifecycle, including new product introductions, product promotions, SKU rationalization, discontinuations, and product close-outs.
• Collaborate with Warehouse Operations, Product Management, and Sales teams to optimize product movement and inventory availability.
• Prepare regular supply chain and inventory performance analyses, providing actionable recommendations to improve operational efficiency.
• Conduct post-project and forecast accuracy analyses by comparing projected demand with actual performance, identifying variances, and recommending process improvements.
• Generate reports and dashboards to support business decisions using Excel, Power BI, and other analytical tools.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Additionally the candidate must meet the following Education and/or Experience requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Supply Planning or Replenishment Planning, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, Analytics, or a related field.
• One (1)+ years of experience in inventory management, supply chain, product management, business strategy, finance, or another quantitative business function.
• Knowledge of inventory planning, replenishment concepts, supply chain management, and product lifecycle management.
• Familiarity with import operations and product management principles.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience developing dashboards and reports using Microsoft Power BI.
• Working knowledge of SQL and relational data structures.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing business needs, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

This role has the following physical demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use their hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with their hands and arms; and communicate verbally. The employee frequently walks, stands and occasionally sits.
• The employee must occasionally lift, pull and move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Benefits: MSI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Referral, Holiday, and Annual Bonuses
• Annual pay increases
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Short Term and Long Term disability
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans with company matching contributions
• Charitable donation matching programs
• Free, company-sponsored 1-on-1 tutoring for children/dependents of MSI employees in grades k-12, including free tutoring for SAT and ACT tests

About MSI: Founded in 1975, MSI is a leading supplier of flooring tile, countertops, wall and backsplash tile and hardscaping surfaces products in North America. Headquartered in Orange, California, MSI also maintains over 50 state-of-the-art showroom and distribution centers across the U.S. and Canada. MSI's product line includes an extensive offering of Granite, Quartz, Porcelain, Luxury Vinyl flooring, Slate, Marble, Travertine, Sandstone, Limestone, Quartzite, onyx, stacked stone and pavers imported from over 36 countries on six continents.

Over the years, MSI has been the recipient of many prestigious awards including:

• Top 5 fastest growing companies - OC Business Journal
• Supplier Diversity Award - Home Depot
• #1 Flooring Distributor multiple years in a row - Floor Covering Weekly
• Top Workplaces Award winner multiple times - Top Workplaces
• MSI Founder named the Entrepreneur of the Year - Ernst and Young

MSI is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and fosters inclusion and belonging for all employees. We provide a work environment that allows all employees to do their best work, free from all forms of discrimination. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, military status, religion, disability status, or any other legally protected group. MSI provides reasonable accommodations for all employees and applicants. If you believe you require an accommodation, please speak with your recruiter or a member of our HR team.