Inventory Control Lead: Cycle Counts & Audits

Cst Industries, Inc.; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

CST Industries, Inc. in DeKalb, IL is seeking an Inventory Control Coordinator to lead cycle counts, support inventory accuracy, and drive control initiatives at the DeKalb facility.

The role performs routine discrepancy research, guides Cycle Counters, and coordinates daily counting activity without direct supervisory responsibilities, contributing to month-end and audits. Strong analytical and communication skills, ERP/MRP experience (Microsoft Dynamics 365), and proficiency with Excel/Office

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate degree preferred.
• 3+ years of inventory control experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• ERP/MRP experience, Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).
• Strong communication, analytical, organizational, documentation, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform scheduled ABC, recurring monthly, spot, and special-request counts.
• Lead difficult, high-risk, or complex counts requiring planning, access, or verification.
• Audit and verify count results, recounts, adjustments, transaction history, and supporting documentation.
• Prioritize daily and weekly count assignments based on requirements and Manager direction.
• Provide technical guidance, count support, and training to Cycle Counters without direct supervisory authority.
• Research routine and moderate discrepancies using D365 transaction history and physical-location review.
• Escalate significant, recurring, control-related, or complex discrepancies to the Inventory Control Manager and support follow-up investigation.
• Maintain accurate count, audit, and investigation records in D365 and other business systems.
• Support month-end, year-end, external/internal audit, and physical inventory activities.
• Recommend improvements to counting methods, transaction practices, location controls, labeling, storage, standard work, and training.
• Coordinate inventory control activity across facility workflows while supporting Manager priorities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Documentation

Problem solving

Training

Lead complex counts

Education

High School Diploma or GED required

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 (ERP/MRP)

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Teams

Job description

CST Industries, Inc. in DeKalb, IL is seeking an Inventory Control Coordinator to lead cycle counts, support inventory accuracy, and drive control initiatives at the DeKalb facility.

The role performs routine discrepancy research, guides Cycle Counters, and coordinates daily counting activity without direct supervisory responsibilities, contributing to month-end and audits. Strong analytical and communication skills, ERP/MRP experience (Microsoft Dynamics 365), and proficiency with Excel/Office