Inventory/Cycle Counter

The Chefs’ Warehouse; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chefs’ Warehouse in New Bedford, MA is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to maintain accurate inventory records, perform cycle counts, and report on inventory data to drive accuracy and efficiency.

You will work with Canopy system, train staff, and operate warehouse equipment while ensuring safety and quality in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong mathematical, reading and writing skills required.
• Ability to analyze data and report findings.
• Experience with warehouse software and MS Office.
• Forklift certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records and perpetual inventory.
• Coordinate cycle counts and physical inventory.
• Ensure correct units of measure and labeling.
• Train staff on processes to ensure compliance.
• Compile reports and analyze inventory control results.
• Operate warehouse equipment and receive items per PO.

Skills

Math skills

Reading skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

MS Office

Lift up to 70 lbs

WMS experience

Forklift certification

Tools

Canopy 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.