Inventory Control Associate

Crate & Barrel; Newton (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Crate & Barrel in North Carolina is seeking an Inventory Control Associate to help maintain accurate stock across our distribution centers. You will document movements, generate reports, and monitor inventory levels to support efficient operations.

The role requires strong math and analytical skills, attention to detail, and a safety-conscious approach to handling equipment and housekeeping tasks. Previous warehouse experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of related experience in inventory control.
• Experience operating power equipment preferred.
• Strong math, problem-solving, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Document inventory by recording additions, disbursements, adjustments, losses and removals.
• Prepare inventory reports and maintain cycle counts.
• Ensure shipment and delivery schedules are met and discrepancies are investigated.
• Maintain safety and operate equipment responsibly; perform routine servicing.
• Rotate through departments to meet business demands.

Skills

Mathematics

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

English proficiency

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

As a crucial member of our team, the Inventory Control Associate plays a key role in maintaining the operational efficiency of our distribution centers. This role is responsible for overseeing, monitoring and validating inventory levels to ensure accuracy across departments and functions. This detail-oriented role is perfect for a curious problem-solver who is deeply committed to safety.

A day in the life as an Inventory Control Associate...

• Primarily responsible for documenting inventory by recording additions, disbursements, adjustments, losses and removal of items
• Prepares inventory reports
• Maintains inventory operations by following policies and procedures and reports changes as needed
• Ensures shipment and delivery time schedules are maintained
• Investigates and corrects inventory discrepancies
• Performs periodic review of inventory stock, recording quantity, type, and value of materials on hand
• Cleans up and disposes boxes, packing material, and pallets, as well as general housekeeping of facility and specific product line areas
• Rotates through different departments, as necessary, to meet the demands of the business
• Participates in ongoing training regarding technology upgrades and new systems applicable to the position
• Responsible for the safe operation of equipment to ensure no damage to merchandise, equipment, or facilities
• Performs safety checks on lifts, reporting any damage prior to start and end of shift
• Performs all routine equipment servicing including, but not limited to attaching a battery charger, replenishing fuel, and checking for safety of operations
• Performs all job tasks assigned by the leadership staff to achieve and maintain daily productivity and quality goals

What you'll bring to the table...

• Strong mathematical skills
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• High attention to detail
• Possess a complete understanding of training and communication resources relevant to the position
• Maintains an awareness of loss prevention, security and safety following the guidelines as outlined in the Company Code of Conduct and Associate Policy manuals
• Computer literate including but not limited to Google Suite
• Clerical, word processing, and/or office skills
• English Language proficiency required

We'd love to hear from you if you have...

• 1+ years of related experience working with inventory control
• 1+ years experience operating power equipment
• Demonstrated strong experience working with inventory control is highly preferred
• Working experience in Warehouse Management System is preferred