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Inventory Analyst

Salt Lake City, Utah
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytically-driven Inventory Business Analyst to join our manufacturing inventory team. This role will be instrumental in optimizing inventory operations through data analysis, reporting, business intelligence tools, and operational auditing. The ideal candidate will transform complex inventory data into actionable insights that drive operational efficiency, support strategic decision-making, and partner with cross-functional teams to implement continuous improvements in warehouse operations.

Essential Functions:

  • Design, develop, and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports; manage and deliver monthly and quarterly inventory reports to leadership
  • Review daily operational reports, identify performance trends, and provide data-driven recommendations to supervisors for continuous improvement
  • Conduct inventory analysis including turns, mispicks, high/low volume parts, aging, velocity, and stock level optimization
  • Audit picker and stocker performance for accuracy and efficiency; investigate error root causes and recommend corrective actions
  • Analyze fast-moving materials to optimize warehouse layout; collaborate with leadership to reorganize storage locations, positioning high-volume items within the pulling strike zone closest to kitting
  • Develop strategies to utilize aisle 60 more effectively to reduce material sent to PL; recommend slotting improvements based on pick frequency
  • Partner with Candace and her team to implement SAP changes based on analytical findings and system configuration requirements
  • Monitor inventory discrepancies and coordinate resolution; support cycle counting and physical inventory processes
  • Create interactive Power BI dashboards for real-time visibility and develop automated reporting solutions
  • Ensure compliance with defense industry regulations; maintain documentation of analytical methodologies, audit procedures, and reporting standards

Qualifications:

  • Requires highly developed job knowledge/skills. Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Demonstrated ability to analyze large datasets and identify meaningful patterns
  • Strong understanding of inventory management principles (FIFO, EOQ, safety stock, reorder points)
  • Experience with warehouse slotting optimization and material flow analysis
  • Experience calculating and interpreting inventory metrics (turns, days on hand, fill rates, pick accuracy)
  • Ability to conduct root cause analysis on operational inefficiencies
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with attention to detail
  • Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable recommendations for operational leaders

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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About L3 Harris

L3 Harris

L3 Harris is one of the largest defense and aerospace companies in the United States, delivering advanced technologies that support missions across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. The company develops communications systems, space payloads, intelligence platforms, electronic warfare capabilities, missile defense technologies, and mission-critical sensors used by the U.S. military, intelligence community, and allied nations around the world.

For job seekers, L3Harris offers opportunities across engineering, software development, cybersecurity, space systems, manufacturing, intelligence, program management, and mission operations. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, and engineers who want to work on advanced technologies that directly support national security. With programs spanning tactical communications, ISR platforms, satellite systems, and defense electronics, employees have the opportunity to contribute to some of the military’s most important capabilities.

Unlike companies focused on a single mission area, L3Harris operates across a diverse portfolio of defense technologies, providing employees exposure to a broad range of programs and technical disciplines. Teams work on everything from secure communications and autonomous systems to space-based sensors and electronic warfare platforms, creating opportunities for both specialization and long-term career growth within the organization.

As governments continue investing in modernization, space capabilities, resilient communications, and advanced sensing technologies, L3Harris remains one of the most important employers in the defense industry. For professionals seeking a mission-driven career with strong growth opportunities, technical challenges, and direct impact on global security, L3Harris continues to stand out as a leading destination in aerospace and defense.

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