Cycle Counter

Sysco Northeast Rdc; Plympton (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A distribution company is seeking a finance professional responsible for inventory management and cycle counts. This role involves ensuring the integrity of physical inventory and conducting quality checks on sensitive items. Candidates should have a high school diploma and effective communication skills, both verbal and written. The position requires at least one year of experience in a similar role, and proficiency in English is crucial for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of related experience preferred.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure integrity of physical inventory count.
• Perform cycle counts at least four times a year.
• Conduct quality checks on sensitive and obsolete items.
• Research weight variances and product damages.
• Verify reserves and put-away processes.
• Coordinate will call orders as scheduled.
• Verify day/night put-away and transfer processes.
• Initiate and document transfers from cooler to freezer.
• Review reports and investigate inventory shrink causes.
• Coordinate will-call orders when scheduled.

Skills

Writing routine reports

Effective speaking

Listening skills

Basic arithmetic

Problem-solving

Verbal communication

Written communication

Proficiency in English

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Job description

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. Also serves as Will-call Clerk on scheduled Saturdays.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure the 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 First-in First-out (FIFO) items for proper rotation.
• Confirm 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 experience preferred.

Professional Skills

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Speak effectively before groups of customers or associates of an organization.
• Must have exemplary listening skills to facilitate effective two-way communication.
• Can add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Solid problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions