CYCLE COUNTER at Dollar General

Blair, Nebraska, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Apr, 26

Salary

19.8

Posted On

25 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Intermediate Math Skills, Analytical Skills, Computer Skills, Knowledge of UPC Functionality, Knowledge of Packing and Shipping Units, Knowledge of Warehouse Operations, Attention to Detail, Excellent Communication Skills, Understanding of Supply Chain Flow

Industry

Retail

Description

Work Where You Matter At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient Store locations, Distribution Centers, Store Support Center or with our Private Fleet Team, we are proud to provide a wide range of career opportunities. We are not just a retail company; we are a company that values the unique strengths and perspectives that each individual brings. Your difference truly makes a difference at Dollar General. How would you like to Serve? Join the Dollar General Journey and see how your career can thrive. Company Overview Dollar General Corporation has been delivering value to shoppers for more than 80 years. Dollar General helps shoppers Save time. Save money. Every day.® by offering products that are frequently used and replenished, such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares and seasonal items at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations. Learn more about Dollar General at www.dollargeneral.com/about-us.html. Job Details GENERAL SUMMARY: Calibrates inventory accuracy of warehouse and pick line locations on which inventory flow (reorder) decisions are based. Provides efficient flow of merchandise through the distribution center with controls of inventory handling and location placement. DUTIES and ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Counts each pick line and storage location for items displayed in the cycle count work queue. Verifies packing, retail price, and description for items being cycle counted. Researches and reconciles all findings daily. Troubleshoots inventory problems and reports inventory issues that require immediate attention to inventory or area supervisor. Adjusts existing inventory data when necessary. Completes all SBCC counts daily. Completes all system scheduled counts, control group counts, and food counts daily. Participates in quarterly cutoffs and performs counts with internal and external auditor when needed. Programs, troubleshoots problems with, and operates radio frequency units. Meets and maintains safety, quality and productivity standards. Validates new items and enters information into the Warehouse Management System. Assigns master strategies and forward pick location using daily wave sheets to ensure proper balancing. Enters additional item description information and updates item master. Researches and resolves PR pallets and monitors the PR system daily. Identifies and reassigns multiple items received on the same truck with different zone identifications; consolidates all items into the same zone to eliminate pallet movement between buildings. Produces velocity reports to identify high cube/volume items for potential pick zone movement. Identifies high volume items to be separated to better utilize the conveyor system. Communicates with the Allocations Department on the expected flow of the freight to stores. Runs weekly dead items reports; monitors and undedicated items with zero on-hand quantities; communicates with the Allocations Department to encourage shipment to stores. Runs and monitors weekly expired food items reports; verifies first-in, first-out dates to product dates. Runs Item Integrity reports and audits to identify and resolve inventory issues. Qualifications KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS: Intermediate math skills, analytical skills, and recognizes trends. Computer skills: ability to navigate specific WMS inventory control programs and Island Pacific programs; understanding of Microsoft software such as Excel and Word. Create reports from data sets to communicate information to others. Knowledge of UPC functionality and food date codes. Knowledgeable of packing and shipping units; understanding of receiving process. Knowledgeable of adjustment accounting such as net and absolute adjustments. Knowledgeable of warehouse operations to include layout and types of storage devices. Ability to eliminate distractions and to be able to concentrate and analyze during the counting process. Detailed oriented. Excellent communication skills. Understanding of Inbound and Outbound processes. Understanding of supply chain flow. WORK EXPERIENCE and/or EDUCATION: Forklift/MUOP license preferred. Experience in automated retail distribution preferred. Prior work experience dealing with inventory or numbers preferred. Educational background with satisfactory results in math; post high school education preferred. WORKING CONDITIONS and PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Heavy lifting up to 65 pounds. Exposure to heights above 10 feet. Walking long distances. Bending, stooping, squatting, and kneeling on a repetitious basis. Cycle Counter Lead: works mostly in an office setting but will occasionally be in distribution center. Cycle Counter: continuous exposure to heat, cold, dust, lighting, and noise; work is conducted in high traffic areas. Dollar General is pleased to offer a wide range of benefit programs designed to care for the physical, mental and financial well-being of our employees and their families. Available benefit programs include health insurance coverage options, a variety of supplemental programs, 401(k) Savings Plan, paid sick leave (where required by law), vacation, paid maternity and parental leave, and many more. Eligibility and waiting period requirements may apply. This position may also be eligible for short-term incentive opportunities based on individual and/or company performance. See careers.dollargeneral.com/benefits for additional details. Dollar General Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Display Pay Rate 19.80

Responsibilities

The Cycle Counter is responsible for calibrating inventory accuracy and ensuring efficient flow of merchandise through the distribution center. This includes counting items, verifying details, troubleshooting inventory problems, and producing reports.