Lead Inventory Auditor

Circle K; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Circle K in Peoria, IL seeks a Lead Auditor to support the Operations Department by regularly auditing stores. You will count merchandise, verify figures, communicate results to the appropriate teams, and ensure accurate entry into audit and accounting systems while guiding the Audit Assistant.

The role requires strong communication, ownership of work, and problem-solving, plus the ability to lead small crews, travel occasionally, and collaborate with store personnel to reinforce internal

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in Retail or Auditing with outstanding communication skills.
• Ability to take ownership over work and relationships with stores.
• Possess strong problem solving and trouble shooting skills.
• Team player with a professional demeanor.
• Valid drivers license and good driving record.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with Audit Supervisor and Audit Manager
• Communicates with Store Analyst if needed
• Count all merchandise using audit equipment
• Use computer to post and book audit figures
• Researches the finding of audits as directed to do so
• Scheduling audits
• Managing up to three person crews

Skills

Strong communication

Ownership mindset

Problem solving

Team player

Driving license

Overnight travel willingness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Audit equipment

Audit software entry

Job description

Position Summary

The Lead Auditor position supports the Operations Department in the auditing of stores on a regular basis. The Lead Auditor reports to the Audit Supervisor and Audit Manager. The Lead Auditor will be responsible to count merchandise at the store level in a professional, accurate, and efficient manner. They will then communicate the results to the appropriate departments. The Lead Auditor is responsible for all aspects of the audit. This includes the accurate entry of figures on the audit form and into the accounting system at store level and the accurateness of the Audit Assistant’s count.

Essential Job Functions

• Communicates with Audit Supervisor and Audit Manager
• Communicates with Store Analyst if needed
• Count all merchandise using audit equipment
• Use computer to post and book audit figures
• Researches the finding of audits as directed to do so
• Scheduling audits
• Managing up to three person crews

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in Retail or Auditing with outstanding communication skills
• Ability to take ownership over work and relationships with stores
• Possess strong problem solving and trouble shooting skills
• Team player with a professional demeanor
• Valid drivers license and good driving record
• Occasional overnight travel may be required

Physical Demand

• Ability to stand, bend over, work close to the ground, and climb ladders for long periods of time
• Ability to use a computer
• Ability to hear and speak for store and office support via telephone
• Ability to periodically lift for moving of merchandise in order to count accurately (> 40 lbs.)
• Ability to work in extreme cold or hot temperatures (coolers, sheds, drive thru, freezer)
• Ability to use a handheld scanner

Job duties may change with or without notice

Pay is $17-$19 per hour based on experience.

Circle K is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (the ADA) and all state and local disability laws. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the ADA and certain state or local laws as long as it does not impose an undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company’s Human Resources Representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.