Dealer Inventory Management Analyst

Overview

Aquent is partnering with a global leader renowned for innovation and excellence in a dynamic industry. This organization is at the forefront of shaping the future, driving progress through cutting-edge technology and a commitment to operational efficiency. Joining their team means contributing to a legacy of quality and impact that resonates worldwide.

Are you a proactive problem-solver with a passion for bridging the gap between complex business operations and sophisticated technical systems? We are seeking a highly motivated individual to step into a pivotal role, serving as a key advisor and systems analyst for our client’s external partners. This is an incredible opportunity to make a tangible impact, ensuring the seamless flow of critical data and optimizing inventory processes that are fundamental to our client’s success and the efficiency of their extensive network. Your expertise will directly enhance operational effectiveness, drive strategic decision-making, and empower external teams to thrive.

In this role, you will be uniquely positioned at the intersection of business operations and information technology, providing essential support to external partners utilizing advanced inventory management applications. You will play a crucial part in maintaining the integrity and efficiency of parts replenishment and integration processes, ensuring smooth data flow and providing expert guidance. Your contributions will directly enhance the operational effectiveness of our client’s network, fostering strong relationships and driving continuous improvement.

**Key Responsibilities:**

* Serve as a primary point of contact for external personnel regarding advanced inventory management applications.
* Support external partners in understanding and optimizing automated parts replenishment processes based on sales demand and inventory parameters.
* Monitor and troubleshoot daily data transmissions from external management systems to corporate systems.
* Review, interpret, and validate inbound and outbound data files, including sales, inventory, and order data.
* Utilize SQL queries to investigate data issues and verify system accuracy.
* Work within Unix environments to access, review, and troubleshoot external data files as needed.
* Use secure file transmission tools to ensure successful data flow between external systems and corporate servers.
* Collaborate with internal technology teams, field personnel, and third-party system providers to resolve system or communication issues.
* Identify trends or recurring issues and recommend process or system improvements.
* Provide user education and guidance on system functionality and data best practices.

**Required Skills & Experience:**

* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
* 3+ years of experience in parts management within a similar industry, or a related corporate support role.
* Proficiency in SQL for querying and troubleshooting data.
* Experience navigating and reviewing files within a Unix environment.
* Working knowledge of message/file transmission systems.
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
* Ability to interpret and troubleshoot data files and transmission logs in a complex systems environment.
* Proven ability to bridge business and technical teams effectively.

**Must-Have Qualifications:**

* Strong fundamentals with databases, SQL, data mining, and a basic programming background.
* Ability to communicate clearly and effectively between business teams, technical teams, and external client personnel, thriving in a role that is a mix of technology, business, and customer-facing interactions.
* Comprehensive understanding of parts management, including parts inventory, sales, and stocking policy experience, with experience in a similar industry preferred.

**Nice-to-Have Qualifications:**

* Experience with leading client management systems.
* Familiarity with advanced parts replenishment or inventory control systems.
* Background in IT systems support, data integration, or business systems analysis.
* Understanding of flat file processing, API data exchange, or similar data interchange protocols.

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