Inventory Analyst

Pittsburgh, PA

Company Overview

Chicken of the Sea is an iconic American brand that was founded in 1930. Today, Chicken of the Sea enjoys broad distribution across all major retail channels, with growth opportunities in foodservice and outside the U.S. Besides its eponymous brand, Chicken of the Sea also sells Genova and King Oscar premium seafood products.

Chicken of the Sea International (COSI) has been wholly owned since 2000 by Thai Union (TU), the largest global producer of ambient seafood. Chicken of the Sea Frozen Foods is a sister U.S. company that focuses on frozen and chilled seafood sales. Other iconic seafood brands in the TU Global portfolio include John West, Mareblu, and King Oscar. Under the leadership of CEO Thiraphong Chansiri, Thai Union has more than tripled its revenue to over $4 billion annually and has an aggressive growth agenda.

Chicken of the Sea International operates under the common corporate vision, mission and values of Thai Union, an industry leader in sustainable fishing practices and manufacturing processes that capture the freshness, nutritional value, and sensorial experience of seafood. The global organization lives by the 6 deeply held values: Passionate, Humble, Respectful, Responsible, Collaborative, and Innovative.

COSI is an organization that is very proud of its heritage. First established as VanCamp seafood company more than 100 years ago (1914), the company celebrates its story as one of the oldest food companies in the country that is still in operation. The company is currently undergoing a significant business transformation aimed at accelerating business growth.

Overview of the Role

We’re seeking a skilled Inventory Analyst to join our dynamic Supply Chain Operations Team. This role is essential to inventory planning, stock management, and data analysis, requiring strong problem-solving skills, high degree accuracy, effective collaboration, and communication with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a 99% inventory accuracy or higher at each 3PL warehouse, provide support and analysis conducting the annual physical inventories. Review and analyze daily inventory transactions from all 3PLs, as well as provide support for various departments with any Inventory inquiries.
• Maintain a 99% FEFO score for each assigned 3PL warehouse.  
• Maintain data accuracy across COSI internal systems including but not limited to sending / receiving EDI updates, inventory adjustments, tracking damages, and assisting with inventory reconciliation.
• Monitor and maintain FDA/QA hold statuses and execute QA trace projects as required.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• 0-4 years of experience in inventory management, inventory analysis, supply chain operations, or a related analytical role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, xlookup, vlookup, concatenate functions, and pivot tables.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with strong organizational abilities. Ability to communicate effectively and interact professionally with logistics partners, colleagues, and management.
• Utilize company-wide communication tools such as Microsoft Teams and Outlook.
• Schedule availability from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm EST.
• Must have a strong mindset for continuous improvement

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with multiple ERP Systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, etc.).
• 4-6 years of experience in inventory management, inventory control, supply chain operations, or a related analytical role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field is a plus.
• Experience with end-to-end supply chain, product distribution, and billing systems.
• Previous experience in Consumer Products and Foodservice industries servicing sales and operations.
• Ability to take initiative, work independently with minimal supervision, and exercise good business judgment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to plan, organize, prioritize, multitask, and use time effectively.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, communicate (typically by talking, listening, writing, and typing), move around the office to various locations for meetings and in-person gatherings, and reach or carry materials with arms and hands. 

Moreover, the employee is required to operate telephones, computers and other standard office equipment. Employee may, on occasion, be required to lift up to 35 lbs. 

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

Thai Union / Chicken of the Sea International is an equal opportunity employer.  We prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally recognized basis, including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniformed service member status, marital status, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations applies to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline and termination.

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