ORD-Warehouse Inventory Analyst - Cycle Counter

DHL Global Forwarding; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision

401K with matching

Employee discount

Tuition assistance

Job summary

DHL Global Forwarding in Chicago, IL is seeking a Warehouse Inventory Analyst (Cycle Counter) to ensure daily inventory accuracy and smooth warehouse operations. The role involves cycle counts, reconciliation, and maintaining documentation within our warehouse environment.

The ideal candidate will have warehousing experience in freight forwarding, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to identify deviations and implement corrective actions.

Qualifications

• Warehousing experience in a freight forwarding or international shipping environment.
• Strong analytical, data analysis, and problem solving skills.
• Inventory management and inventory control is a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to recognize process deviations and propose corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inventory cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies.
• Audit freight locations against warehouse layout versus cycle count.
• Assist with relocation of cargo out of scope.
• Analyze and help develop warehouse export area procedures.
• Document and communicate dwelling of cargo to cargo owners.
• Resolve recurring issues and suggest improvements to warehouse methods.
• Maintain records in computerized systems such as logs, invoices, orders/receipts.
• Perform administrative duties to assist inventory cycle controls.

Skills

Warehousing experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Process improvement

Problem solving

Tools

LOGIS or Cargo Wise

Excel

Inventory management systems

Job description

Job Title: Warehouse Inventory Analyst - Cycle Counter

Job Location: Chicago, IL

DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is the world leader in air freight services and one of the leading providers of ocean freight services. Around 30,000 employees work to ensure we transport our customers of shipments by air or sea. DGF's logistics solutions span the entire supply chain, from the factory to the shop floor. This also includes special transport-related services. Visit our career site on the web at https://www.logistics.dhl/us-en/home/careers.html

We have an exciting opportunity for a Warehouse Inventory Analyst (Cycle Counter) who would be instrumental in ensuring smooth operations of our warehouse storage, and inventory controls on a daily basis. Located at our Chicago, IL facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily inventory cycle counts and reconciliation of any discrepancy
• Audit freight locations against warehouse layout versus cycle count
• Assist with relocation of cargo out of scope
• Analyze and assist with development of warehouse export area to assist in maintaining established procedures and regulations within its defined area
• Check, document and communicate dwelling of cargo to cargo owners (export/import)
• Resolve recurring issues and suggest enhancements related to warehouse work methods focusing on promoting efficiency, faster inventory controls and lower costs
• Maintain information in computerized systems such as logs, invoices, orders/receipts and generate documents
• Administrative duties as assigned to assist with inventory cycle controls

Skills / Requirements

• Warehousing experience - Minimum 1 year operations experience in a freight forwarding or international shipping environment
• Strong analytical, data analysis, and problem solving skills?
• Inventory management, inventory control a plus
• Project work/management a plus
• Strong communication capabilities, both written and verbal
• Proficient computer skills: MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)?
• LOGIS or Cargo Wise systems knowledge is a plus
• Ability to recognize process deviations and propose corrective actions

Physical Demands/Working Environment

• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs. with assistance
• Tolerate moderate to loud level of noise in work environment
• May be required to work in cold storage areas
• Stand and remain standing for periods up to 3 hours or more without sitting
• Demonstrate daily a fitness for obligation without impairment due to illegal drugs, sleep deprivation, medication, or alcohol

WHY JOIN our DHL team

At DHL, you will be part of a strong team that respects its employees, society, and environment. You will interact with people from all over the world and get the chance to experience the unique international spirit of DHL. We offer benefits and programs to help you manage your time at and away at work to achieve a healthy work/life balance. DHL offers highly competitive compensation, incentive, and bonus plans.

In addition, DHL offers the following:

• Paid time off: Holiday, Float Holiday, Vacation, and Sick
• Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision plans
• 401K plan with a match
• Employee Discount plan
• Tuition Assistance Plan

DHL is an equal opportunity employer

We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Work Authorization

DHL Global Forwarding will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which visa sponsorship will be provided. Individuals who need sponsorship for work authorization, now or in the future, are not eligible for hire for this role.

Our TOP EMPLOYER prestigious certification attests to our best-in-class efforts to attract and retain talent by fostering a positive work environment and encouraging personal and professional development among employees. At DGF, we don't build businesses. We believe in building people so they can build the business and this means every success that we have comes from our employees. Together, our employees continue shaping our environment as a great place to work and community that we are all proud of.

As the world's leading logistics' company, DHL offers a wide range of interesting job challenges and opportunities in our different divisions around the globe. Our performance management system supports us in recognizing your potential, evaluating your performance, and continuously planning the development of your career with DHL. We will always enable you to take on responsibility and encourage your growth, personally and professionally.

We are proud of our history and what we have created, a global market leader with 30,000 passionate employees. Our aspiration is to become the undisputed leader in our industry, when people think of forwarding; we want them to think DGF, because we have:

• The largest global network with more than ~30,000 passionate employees
• The most efficient processes and fastest response times
• The best solutions and best customer service

Our Vision

The Logistics Company for the World

Our Mission

Excellence. Simply Delivered.

Our Purpose

We connect people, improving their lives.

Our Values

Respect & Results

Our Goals

Employer, Provider, and Investment of Choice, Living Responsibility