Inventory Control Associate

Crate and Barrel; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Crate and Barrel is seeking an Inventory Control Associate to help maintain efficient distribution center operations. You will monitor, document, and validate inventory levels across departments to ensure accuracy and accountability.

The role emphasizes problem solving, attention to detail, and safe handling of equipment while supporting daily productivity and quality goals.

Qualifications

• Document inventory by recording additions, disbursements, adjustments, losses and removals.
• Prepare inventory reports.
• Maintain inventory operations by following policies and procedures.
• Investigate and correct inventory discrepancies.
• Perform safety checks on lifts and operate equipment safely.
• Keep work areas clean and maintain housekeeping.
• Rotate through departments to meet daily business needs.
• Participate in ongoing training on technology upgrades and new systems.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills required.
• English language proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Document inventory by recording additions, disbursements, adjustments, losses and removals.
• Prepare detailed inventory reports for management.
• Maintain inventory operations by following policies and procedures.
• Investigate discrepancies and resolve variances promptly.
• Ensure accurate stock levels across departments and systems.
• Support timely shipment and delivery scheduling.
• Support safety checks on lifts and equipment.
• Maintain clean and organized workspaces across areas.

Skills

Strong mathematical skills

Strong problem solving

High attention to detail

English language proficiency

Computer literacy

Tools

Google Suite

Office software

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