Monitor inventory levels, trends, and stock movements to maintain optimal supply. Analyze data, report on receiving, shipping, and transfers, collaborate with procurement, production, and sales on demand forecasting, and conduct inventory audits to reconcile physical stock with system records.
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.
Job Description:
As an Inventory Admin, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our inventory levels are optimized to meet business demands. You will be responsible for monitoring inventory trends, analyzing data, and providing insights to ensure efficient stock management. Your expertise will contribute to minimizing stock shortages, reducing excess inventory, and supporting the overall supply chain strategy.
What You'll Do:
Analyze inventory levels and trends to ensure optimal stock levels are maintained.
Monitor and report on stock movements, including receiving, shipping, and stock transfers.
Collaborate with procurement, production, and sales teams to forecast demand and adjust inventory accordingly.
Perform regular inventory audits to ensure accuracy between physical stock and system records.
Required Qualifications:
Proficiency in Excel and inventory management software (e.g., ERP systems).
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
Detail oriented
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Full-time regular employee offer package:
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Temporary employee offer package:
Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
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