Inventory/Cycle Counter

Colonial Group; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to ensure accurate inventory records, coordinate cycle counts, and manage physical inventory processes. You will handle data entry, report generation, and labeling, while maintaining compliance and an organized workspace.

Responsibilities include training staff, analyzing inventory metrics, and supporting Canopy system reports. Proficiency with WMS and Microsoft Office is required; forklift certification may be needed.

Qualifications

• Strong math, reading, and verbal/written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.
• Attention to detail and sound judgment.
• Forklift certification may be required.
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records and data; ensure cycle counts are performed as scheduled.
• Assist in development and implementation of perpetual inventory.
• Coordinate cycle counts and physical inventory activities.
• Labeling and use of units of measure; ensure proper stock labeling.
• Train personnel on required processes for compliance.
• Prepare and analyze inventory reports and metrics.
• Support Canopy system reporting needs; generate required reports.

Skills

Math & analytics

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Forklift certification

WMS experience

Tools

Canopy system

WMS (Warehouse Management System)

Job description

Position Summary: Responsible for ensuring inventory control processes are accurately followed and reported. Accountable for analysis and reporting of all pertinent data to manage inventory accuracy, cycle counts process and warehouse locations. Conducts cycle counts, physical inventory, data entry, and report generation.

What you’ll do:

• Responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records
• Assist in development and implementation of perpetual inventory
• Coordinates cycle counts as scheduled
• Ensure the correct use of units of measure and maintain proper labeling on all products
• Train personnel in necessary processes to ensure compliance
• Help with completing physical inventory as scheduled or as requested by management
• Compiles reports and analysis of inventory control results and activities
• Analyze inventory metrics and recommend improvements
• Maintain and evaluate databases and reports to support inventory control analysis and reporting
• Learn Canopy system and suggest needed reports
• Performs slot checks as requested to ensure alignment of systems and physical inventory
• Perform other projects as assigned.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area
• Operates indoor and heavy duty forklifts, stand up riders and other necessary warehouse equipment to properly handle materials being received, issued, stocked, and picked
• Receives delivered supplies, materials, and equipment; confirms that delivered goods match purchase order specifications of quantity, condition, model number, etc; completes all necessary paperwork for stock items received, and forwards to supervisor.
• Conducts weekly cycle counts of inventory.
• All other duties as assigned

About you:

• Excellent math, reading, communication (verbal and written) and problem solving/analytical skills. Ability to work independently or in a team environment
• Ability to handles multiple tasks
• Attention to detail, solid judgment and decision making skills
• Forklift certification may be required
• Microsoft Office platform
• Ability to lift/move up to 70 lbs solo or greater weights in a team lift
• Previous Warehouse Management (WMS) experience required