Cycle Counter

FHLB Des Moines; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco Connecticut operations are hiring for a cycle count and inventory control role. You will perform regular warehouse counts, verify item quantities, and help ensure accuracy across inventory records.

You’ll also assist in quality checks, product recalls, and will-call coordination on Saturdays when scheduled. Responsibilities include analyzing variances, maintaining documentation, and supporting the recall process.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in warehouse or inventory roles preferred.
• Ability to read, write and speak English; strong Math and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure integrity of physical count of in-house inventory via cycle counting.
• Cycle count warehouse at least four times per year.
• Perform quality checks on date sensitive, slow-moving, and obsolete items.
• Research causes of weight variances and handling issues.
• Coordinate product transfers from cooler to freezer as needed.
• Review management reports and investigate shrink causes.
• Coordinate will-call orders when scheduled.

Skills

Report writing

Public speaking

English literacy

Math skills

Lifting heavy items

Communication

Attention to detail

Inventory control

Teamwork

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pallet jack

Forklift

Hi-Rise forklift

Job description

COMPANY DETAILS

Company: US1225 FreshPoint Connecticut, LLC
Sales Territory: None
Zip Code: 06114
Travel Percentage: 0

Compensation Range: $17.31 - $25.96
The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors. You may be eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.

BENEFITS INFORMATION: For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com

JOB SUMMARY

This is a Finance position responsible for performing cycle counts, compiling and maintaining records of quantity, type, and value of material, equipment, merchandise, and/or supplies stocked in the establishment and/or items to be returned. Researches root causes for count discrepancies. Performs quality checks and supports the product recall process. It also serves as Will-call Clerk on scheduled Saturdays.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure integrity of the physical count of the in-house inventory via cycle counting and other duties assigned
• Cycle counts the warehouse a minimum of four times a year, including all pick and reserve slots for discrepancies and product/packaging integrity issues
• Performs quality checks around date sensitive, slow-moving and obsolete items via interaction with merchandising.
• Performs recoup function.
• Research causes of weight variances, receiving/put away/letdown issues, and damaged product in the slots from warehouse moves
• Proactively checks FIFO (first-in-first-out) items for proper rotation
• Verify reserves are properly recorded and verify the count of each reserve pallet
• Verify the put-away and transfer process performed by the day and night personnel
• Initiate and document product transfer from the cooler to the freezer
• Review standard management reports and research causes of inventory shrink
• Coordinate will call orders when scheduled

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High school degree or equivalent
• Experience: 1 year preferred

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or associates of an organization
• Must have exemplary listening skills to facilitate effective two-way communication
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Must be able to lift and move cases at a minimum of 70 pounds in weight up to 100 pounds
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to read, write and speak English
• Experience with fast pace work, physical labor, and flexible for shift rotations (days, nights, weekends) as business needs require

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Internal certification for operation of a pallet jack, forklift, and Hi-Rise forklift.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be able to stand, stoop, bend, reach, push, pull, squat, kneel, and lift and move up to 100 pounds repeatedly for periods of eight or more hours per day. Position requires the normal dexterity of hands and fingers to handle and feel objects, tools, and controls. Must have good vision and hearing i.e. understand verbal instructions, detect operating equipment, warning horns, intercom, etc.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Must be able to work in extreme temperatures ranging from minus 10 degrees F to 85 degrees F or higher for periods of 8 hours or more per shift. Regularly works near moving mechanical apparatus and is regularly exposed to vibration. Constantly works in high traffic areas alongside forklifts, triple jacks, etc. fast-paced material handling the equipment. Could potentially be exposed to chemicals and dust. The noise level is usually loud.

OVERVIEW

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations. We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmentorary Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law. This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates. Sysco is the global leader in selling, marketing and distributing food products to restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments and other customers who prepare meals away from home. Its family of products also includes equipment and supplies for the foodservice and hospitality industries. With more than 71,000 colleagues, the company operates 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves approximately 700,000 customer locations. For fiscal year 2022 that ended July 2, 2022, the company generated sales of more than $68 billion. Information about our Sustainability program, including Sysco’s 2022 Sustainability Report and 2022 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Report, can be found at www.sysco.com.

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