Inventory/Cycle Counter

Sid Wainer & Son; New Bedford, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sid Wainer & Son in New Bedford, MA is seeking a Warehouse Inventory Specialist to ensure inventory accuracy, perform cycle counts, and generate data-driven reports. You will coordinate counts, maintain correct units of measure, and support perpetual inventory in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Must have strong math, attention to detail, and solid communication skills. WMS experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office are valued; forklift operation may be required.

Qualifications

• Excellent math, reading and analytical abilities are essential.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records and support perpetual inventory.
• Coordinate cycle counts as scheduled and conduct physical inventory.
• Analyze inventory metrics and prepare reports.
• Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment as needed.
• Ensure units of measure and labeling accuracy on products.
• Train staff on inventory processes and data entry tasks.
• Support Canopy system reporting and data maintenance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Tools

WMS experience

Microsoft Office

Forklift operation

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

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