Assoc Inventory Analyst

$57,150 - $63,500/Yr

Southwest Airlines - Dallas, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Dallas, TX

Air Transportation

About the position

The Associate Inventory Analyst at Southwest Airlines plays a crucial role in supporting Supply Chain Management and Technical Operations. This position involves ensuring accurate physical inventory records in the warehouse management system, which is essential for maintaining efficient operations. The analyst collaborates with various stakeholders to facilitate the ordering and supply of necessary tools and parts, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the airline's operations.

Responsibilities

• Supports FAA compliance by conducting audits on parts, tooling, and reporting out inventory accuracy
• Conducts 60-day investigations to resolve discrepancies and locate missing parts
• Validates routine audits of material and tooling generated through a formal cycle count process
• Processes cycle count and inventory information to perform basic analysis to capture trends
• Performs reconciliation of mismanaged inventory records in CDCS (Computerized Data Collection System)
• Prepares reports and presents results and summaries of audits to Leadership
• Monitors audits of shelf-life material, ensuring all expired material is properly disposed of according to regulations
• Maintains established part procedures by coordinating shared responsibilities between various Contract and Non-Contract-based Employees
• Develops knowledge of what is involved in the Inventory Management process and continues to build knowledge with experience
• May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Entry-level experience in Supply chain or Aviation logistics
• Developing skills and knowledge in Aviation supply chain management/lifecycle
• Business administration and management
• Data Management System navigation with various IT systems (e.g. SAP, Boeing Toolbox, Maintenix, QuickBase, Alteryx, Tableau, Salesforce)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications; basic or intermediate Excel skills preferred
• Skilled in utilizing critical thinking for problem-solving and decision-making
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with various teams

Nice-to-haves

• Salesforce Certification
• Experience with Alteryx and Tableau
• Leadership skills
• Time management skills

Benefits

• Fly for free on any open seat on all Southwest flights for employees and eligible dependents
• Up to a 9.3% 401(k) Company match, dollar for dollar, of eligible pay per paycheck
• Potential for annual Profit-sharing contribution toward retirement