Inventory Associate (1st shift)

Cheney Brothers, Inc.; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Cheney Brothers, Inc. is seeking an Inventory Associate to maintain accurate stock levels and support warehouse operations. You will perform regular stock checks, forecast needs, and coordinate with buyers and sales teams to ensure product availability and timely transfers.

Responsibilities include counting inventory, learning AS400 and SAP systems, and communicating with the team to resolve discrepancies. This role supports efficient supply chain and customer satisfaction in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• 0–6 months prior experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or logistics is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Count product and locate missing inventory.
• Forecast supply and demand requirements to ensure stock availability.
• Proof slots and fulfill buyer transfer requests.
• Perform regular stock checks and elevate any issues.
• Operate reach truck or pallet jack as needed.
• Communicate via email with buyers and salesforce.
• Run reports as needed.
• Use and learn inventory systems such as AS400 and SAP.
• Understand product dating and rotation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Skills

Inventory management

Forecasting

Warehouse operations

SAP

AS400

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

AS400

SAP

Reach truck

Pallet jack

Job description

Job Description

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more


• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system


• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Purpose

The Inventory Associate is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records and ensuring product availability through regular stock checks, forecasting, and coordination with buyers and sales teams. This role supports warehouse operations by managing inventory systems and fulfilling transfer requests, contributing to efficient supply chain and customer satisfaction.

Position Responsibilities

• Count product and locate missing inventory.


• Forecast supply and demand requirements to ensure stock availability.


• Proof slots and fulfill buyer transfer requests.


• Perform regular stock checks and elevate any issues.


• Operate reach truck or pallet jack as needed.


• Communicate via email with buyers and salesforce.


• Run reports as needed.


• Use and learn inventory systems such as AS400 and SAP.


• Understand product dating and rotation.


• Perform other duties as assigned.


• Performs other duties as assigned


• Complies with all policies and standards

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience


• 0-6 months prior experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or logistics is beneficial