Inventory Clerk

KLS Kenco Logistic Services, LLC; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance including HSA, HRA,F

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Employer Paid Holidays

Job summary

Kenco Logistics is seeking an Inventory Clerk to maintain inventory levels and accuracy in a distribution center. This role will report on inventory, perform cycle counts, and conduct system audits to prepare materials for shipping and receiving to meet customer needs.

At multiple sites, responsibilities may include holds/releases, recalls, and returns. A background and drug screen are required, with basic Microsoft Office skills and attention to detail essential for success.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required; associate degree or two years of equivalent experience preferred.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Based on the site, industry specific (i.e. food grade) experience may be required.
• Familiar with ISO requirements preferred.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Attention to detail
• Pass Background and Drug screen

Responsibilities

• Maintain perpetual inventory of materials and products and generates applicable inventory reports.
• Perform daily cycle count activities and inventory audits and track and monitor all damaged product in inventory; provide necessary reports to leadership.
• Verify clerical inventory records against physical inventory counts; investigate and report discrepancies.
• May coordinate product recalls, holds/releases, product infestation audits.
• May monitor pest control program if required at site.
• If responsible for quality functions: Ensure facility is inspection ready at all times (i.e. SQFI, FDA or other customer needs).
• Facilitates quality/regulated training and coordinates the sites quality management program.
• Maintains the sites quality management portal and may draft/revise site SOPs as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Background check

Education

High School or GED

Associate degree or 2 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

At Kenco Logistics, you’re more than just a team member—you’re part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and a strong commitment to its people. As one of the leading 3PL providers in the U.S., Kenco offers a dynamic and supportive work environment where your ideas matter and your growth is a priority. With a focus on safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement, Kenco empowers employees to make a real impact in the supply chain industry while building rewarding careers. Join a company where your contributions help move the world forward—one shipment at a time.

About the Position

The Inventory Clerk maintains inventory levels and accuracy in a distribution center. This position is responsible for reporting, physical inventory, and system audits and for utilizing the inventory management system to prepare and track materials and products in preparation for shipping and receiving demands to meet customer needs. Various sites may require additional support based on the nature of the business. This could include, but is not limited to, product holds/releases, recalls, and returns. In addition, specific practices and/or regulations may exist (i.e. food safety).

Functions

• Maintain perpetual inventory of materials and products and generates applicable inventory reports.
• Perform daily cycle count activities and inventory audits and track and monitor all damaged product in inventory; provide necessary reports to leadership.
• Verify clerical inventory records against physical inventory counts; investigate and report discrepancies.
• May coordinate product recalls, holds/releases, product infestation audits.
• May monitor pest control program if required at site.
• If responsible for quality functions: Ensure facility is inspection ready at all times (i.e. SQFI, FDA or other customer needs).
• Facilitates quality/regulated training and coordinates the sites quality management program.
• Maintains the sites quality management portal and may draft/revise site SOPs as needed.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required; associate degree or two years of equivalent experience preferred.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Based on the site, industry specific (i.e. food grade) experience may be required.
• Familiar with ISO requirements preferred.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office (i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Attention to detail
• Pass Background and Drug screen

Competencies

• Action Oriented – Taking on new opportunities and touch challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Collaborates – Building partnerships and working collaboratively with other to meet shared objectives.
• Decision Quality – Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Optimize Work Processes – Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Situational Adaptability – Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

Travel Requirements

No Travel Requirements

Disclosures

For California residents – please enter or copy/paste the address below into your address bar to review an important notice regarding Kenco’s privacy policy https://www.kencogroup.com/ccpa-notice-at-collection-for-employees-and-applicants/

Benefits offered

• Medical insurance including HSA, HRA and FSA accounts
• Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life and Supplemental Life
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off approximately 2 weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment)
• Employer Paid Holidays- 10 days

Kenco strives to provide a supportive, professional environment for all employees. As a part of Kenco, we expect our team to uphold our three key pillars: be honest, serve, and get better. Each should strive for operational excellence, pursue innovation, and want to grow with our company.

Kenco Group

Kenco Group is an Equal-Opportunity Employer.

All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

For California residents – please enter or copy/paste the address below into your address bar to review an important notice regarding Kenco’s privacy policy. https://www.kencogroup.com/ccpa-notice-at-collection-for-employees-and-applicants/

About Kenco

Kenco is a Great Place to Work® certified company, a recognition driven by the feedback and experiences of our associates and one that reflects our people-first culture. Every day, our people push our business forward. Our dedicated workforce has been a cornerstone of our culture and an essential part of what makes Kenco so special. From the distribution floor to the boardroom, we are committed to inclusivity in our workforce, ensuring every one of our associates is empowered to have their voices heard. Through our diverse backgrounds, we’re able to leverage the strengths of every team member to devise creative solutions to any on- and off-site challenge—making Kenco a unified community where our people can grow together and make us stronger every day.