The Cycle Counter is an essential position in ensuring that the inventory needs of operations are met and that inventory records are accurate. Always ensure the accuracy of the perpetual inventory by researching inventory variances, maintaining the integrity of product storage locations, and monitoring material receiving and other material movement transactions.
Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities
Tasks may include, but are not limited to the following:
· Perform daily cycle counts of inventory on production floor and in the warehouse(s)
· Publish daily cycle count results
· Research inventory discrepancies
· Maintain labeling for all physical spaces where material is stored (a place for everything and a label for every place)
· Verify Inventory on stock outs and shortages
· Maintain and improve relations with warehouse personnel to optimize the movement of materials throughout the warehouse(s) and production floors. Analyze material movements and report performance
· Assist Procurement department in maintaining and improving all inventory replenishment systems
Qualifications: Education, Experience, and Skills
Required:
· High school diploma or GED (General Education Diploma) equivalency
· Physical inventory and cycle counting experience
· Some experience in Excel and a respective SAP system preferred
· Ability to formulate solutions and resolve issues in a timely manner
Associated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
· Ability to communicate throughout the organization in written and verbal form.
· Ability to apply simple math concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situation.
Core Job Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following job competencies:
· Cooperation/Teamwork – Works harmoniously and contributes to building a positive team spirit while working with others to get a job done; responds positively to instructions and procedures.
· Oral/Written Communication – Expresses oneself clearly in conversation and expresses oneself clearly in business writing. Listens and gets clarification while following work instructions. Responds well to questions. Uses grammatically correct, concrete, specific language.
· Attention to Detail – Ability to process detailed information effectively and consistently including but not limited to following verbal and written instructions.
· Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time and instills same in team members supervised.
· Fostering Innovation – Ability to develop, sponsor, or support the introduction of new and improved methods, products, procedures, or technologies
· Managing Work - Establishing a course of action for self and/or others to accomplish specific goals by planning proper assignments of personnel and appropriate allocation of resources.
· Results Orientation – Ability to focus on the desired result of one’s own or team’s work, setting challenging goals, focusing effort on the goals, and meeting or exceeding them.