Inventory Analyst

UPL Limited (NSE: UPL & BSE: 512070, LSE: UPLL) is a global provider of sustainable agriculture products and solutions, with annual revenue exceeding $6bn. We are a purpose-led company. Through OpenAg®, UPL is focused on accelerating progress for the food system. We are building a network that is reimagining sustainability, redefining the way an entire industry thinks and works – open to fresh ideas, innovation, and new answers as we strive towards our mission to make every single food product more sustainable. As one of the largest agriculture solutions companies worldwide, our robust portfolio consists of biologicals and traditional crop protection solutions with more than 14,000 registrations. We are present in more than 130 countries, represented by more than 10,000 colleagues globally. For more information about our integrated portfolio of solutions across the food value chain including seeds, post-harvest, as well as physical and digital services, please visit upl-ltd.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.

Job Summary: The Inventory Analyst will take on a wide range of responsibilities, including systematically analyzing the production activities for manufacturing toll and packaging facilities. They will monitor inventory accuracy and reconcile obsolete and aging inventory; verify and reconcile production related invoices, monitor logistical flow in and out of the facilities while closely working with other departments including Purchasing, Logistics, Planning, Accounting, Marketing and Sales. Other responsibilities include contract management and negotiations; physical inventory management; plant variance analysis as well as various month end closing functions, and coordination of additions and changes to the material master and bill of material.

Required Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor degree in Supply Chain Management.
• Three plus years of experience in a manufacturing capacity required; prefer candidates who have previously held analyst roles in the manufacturing environment and can take initiative in their roles with minimal training and supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and ERP in a Manufacturing environment (SAP Experience a PLUS).
• In-dept knowledge of MRP, Database Applications and Standard Cost/Inventory Controls.
• Demonstration of multitasking and responsiveness to pressured situations while maintaining a high level of quality, flexibility and a sense of urgency.
• Advanced Excel knowledge, including pivot tables and vlookups.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reconcile inventory differences at month end and as needed at UPL and third-party warehouses and tolling sites.
• Accountable for controlling non-conforming stock.

• Manage excellent working relationships with third-party warehouse and tollers.
• Provide inventory aging and reserve analysis.
• Work with all areas of the Supply Chain, Finance, Marketing and Sales Departments.
• Conduct and update physical inventories.
• Provide information for management review.
• Submit requests for new material codes and changes to existing material master and bill of material data.
• Manage and negotiate warehouse contracts.
• Responsible for reviewing storage invoices for accuracy, coding and submitting to Finance.
• Adhere to UPL NA’s corporate policies.

This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.  Employee will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor, consistent with their skills and experience.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

Job Knowledge: Possesses necessary technical job knowledge and applies it to identifying issues and resolving problems.   

Technical Expertise: Understand basic manufacturing process and potential effects on UPL NA products.  

Teamwork:  Works toward common goals by supporting, encouraging and sharing information with colleagues.  

Initiative:  Recognizes needs and takes action to accomplishes results as situation requires. 

Communication - Speaks, writes, listens and presents information in a logical and articulate manner appropriate for the audience.  

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Number of direct reports – 0
• Number of indirect reports – 0
• Revenue responsibilities - No
• Budget responsibilities – No

TRAVEL:  15%

We are one team, for maximum impact. One team with shared goals. We all play for the team and no one plays against the team. We have a laser-like focus on what our customers need and want, on anticipating their future needs and on how we can create innovative solutions and experiences for them. #UPLJobs