Cycle Counter/Material Control Specialist

General Purpose:

SEMO Tank (a wholly owned subsidiary of Dairy Farmers of America) sells, leases, and repairs tank trailers and offers a vast inventory of related parts for resale. The Cycle Count/Material Control Specialist is responsible for executing and maintaining an accurate cycle counting program to ensure inventory integrity. This role includes performing daily cycle counts per the ABC schedule, troubleshooting inventory discrepancies, and collaborating with Accounting and Purchasing to maintain ERP accuracy. The Cycle Counter also supports warehouse operations, enforces proper storage and labeling practices, and helps develop SOPs for inventory control. Additionally, they provide support to affiliate locations, recommend process improvements, and uphold safety and compliance standards.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the Purchasing & Inventory Manager to implement, establish, and sustain cycle counting program
• Ensure the yearly, quarterly, and monthly ABC cycle count schedule is updated and visibly posted in designated work areas to keep all employees informed.
• Properly section off designated cycle count areas using clearly marked signage to prevent inventory movement and maintain count accuracy.
• Execute cycle counts daily per ABC Classification schedule to ensure cycle count schedule is performed as required
• Use SAP to initiate cycle counts and work in conjunction with the Accounting team to post discrepancies daily to maintain accurate ERP system inventory
• Ensure all cycle count results are documented and reported to relevant departments, identifying trends in inventory discrepancies
• Support and utilize the processes put in place to maintain accurate and sufficient inventory levels
• Work in conjunction with the Purchasing & Inventory Manager to identify and correct inventory inaccuracies
• Troubleshoot causes of inventory discrepancies and actively work to problem-solve and revise cycle count process inefficiencies
• Execute Master Data update requests as directed by the Purchasing & Inventory Manager
• Support and assist affiliate locations with cycle count questions and troubleshooting
• Assist in implementing and maintaining a 5S organizational strategy within inventory storage areas
• Recommend process improvements to enhance inventory control and reduce variances
• Monitor and enforce proper storage and labeling practices to support accurate inventory tracking
• Assist warehouse team with pulling and staging parts for future shop jobs
• Assist warehouse team with pulling and packing parts for affiliate transfer orders
• Assist warehouse team in locating and delivering parts to the appropriate areas within the company
• Ensure a suitable, timely process is executed for shop job material processing improvements
• Help develop and maintain clear, up-to-date SOPs for cycle counting and inventory control best practices.
• Complete other job duties as assigned.
• Attend departmental training, such as safety and equipment training
• Wear required PPE at all times and observe health, safety, and environmental policies
• Exhibit the values and ethics of Dairy Farmers of America through honesty, discretion, and sound judgment
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 1 to 2 years of inventory/cycle counting, warehouse, administrative or related experience required
• Experience using a barcode scanner in a warehouse setting preferred
• SAP or other ERP system experience preferred
• Certification and/or license - N/A

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to multitask
• Must be proficient on a computer
• Must have excellent problem-solving skills
• Must have critical thinking skills
• Must be able to work/communicate with others
• Must be attentive to detail
• Must be motivated
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer