Robert Half is hiring: Inventory Analyst in Monroe

We are offering a short term contract employment opportunity for an Inventory Analyst based in Monroe, Michigan. In this role, you will focus on various aspects of inventory management, invoice processing, and marketing operations within our organization. You will be required to work closely with different teams and external vendors to ensure smooth and efficient operations.

Responsibilities:

• Managing invoice processing for national and retail marketing invoices, coordinating with external vendors, marketing teams, and finance teams.
• Assisting the finance team in the monthly and quarterly close process for retail marketing, providing necessary guidance and reporting on paid expenses, new accruals, and reversed accruals.
• Overseeing the ordering of marketing materials and managing inventory for newly remodeled stores, new openings, and acquired stores.
• Handling dealer program invoicing, updating guidelines as needed, and distributing updated guidelines to representatives.
• Leading invoicing for select marketing and dealer programs, including various dealer programs such as Tier II, ScreenTest, Learning Management System, CRM, Dealer email, and Branded Space program.
• Performing operational duties to assist with promotional setups, including finance code setup, promo specs setup, and web management of hours, promo banners, and others.
• Collaborating with multiple agency partners, independent dealers, and internal resources for effective management of responsibilities.
• Estimating use tax on eligible goods in collaboration with the internal tax department.
• Managing inventory and invoicing for branded space programs.
• Assisting in monthly forecasting and budget management in coordination with the retail marketing team.• Must hold a bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field.
• Proven experience in inventory management or a similar role is essential.
• Proficiency in invoice processing is required.
• Knowledge and understanding of Accounts Payable (AP) procedures is mandatory.
• Familiarity with monthly close processes is crucial.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are required.
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Proven problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions.
• Must demonstrate integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Knowledge of inventory management software is a plus.
• Understanding of supply chain procedures is desirable.
• Ability to analyze data and provide insights for inventory optimization.
• Strong organizational and planning skills are required.
• Experience in forecasting and budgeting is beneficial.