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Contract Logistics Specialist

It's more than a job. As a Contract Logistics Specialist at Kuehne+Nagel, you will manage end-to-end warehousing operations for our customers. By doing so with precision, you not only contribute to the success of your team, but also to the day-to-day operations and success in the warehouse and distribution centers. For example, storing and delivering delicate flowers and fresh ingredients to local stores for everyday lunches and family celebrations. At Kuehne+Nagel, our work truly contributes to more than we imagine.

1st Shift Inventory Specialist Cycle Counter

Would you like to join one of the world's leading logistics companies? Are you motivated to deliver great results and customer service? Do you enjoy working with people? Then consider joining us as a 1st Shift Inventory Specialist Cycle Counter at our site in Lewisville, Texas. As an Inventory Specialist Cycle Counter, you will report to the Supervisor and monitor inventory accuracy, investigate causes of inventory discrepancies, and lead physical inventory. Your typical work schedule will be Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm and will be paid weekly at $15.50 per hour.

How you create impact:

• Inventory activities such as counting, verify and pick product to ensure accuracy of inventory
• Accurately identify product and packaging dynamics
• Use system tools to verify locations within the warehouse for preliminary issue resolution
• Identify conditions within the facility that are contributing to inventory inaccuracies
• Cross train in all internal operations to understand all aspects of material flow within the warehouse
• May be required to stack pallets and repeatedly lift up to 50 pounds
• Use equipment to complete cycle counts systemically
• Employee will be expected to follow procedures introduced via on the job training
• Elevating potential situations to the next level of supervision when required
• Identify mistakes/inconsistencies of others and provide corrective information to analysts
• Other duties as assigned. Adhere to Kuehne + Nagel's Quality, Safety, Health and Environment Program policies and procedures

What we would like you to bring:

• Minimum Education: High School Degree or Equivalent
• Proven basic math skills at the high school level
• Warehouse experience preferred
• Ability to learn and operate a Cherry Picker
• Ideal candidate will have prior experience in inventories of a warehouse or manufacturing environment
• Computer Skills
• Ability to work with a team or work alone and be self-motivated
• Ability to establish priorities and accomplish multiple tasks with minimal supervision
• Fluent in English
• Overtime and weekends may be required

There has never been a better time to work in logistics. Bring your skills to an industry that offers stability and international career growth. We offer great compensation and medical/dental benefits packages, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs, and a fun, and interesting global work environment.

Kuehne+Nagel is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful retaliation. Kuehne+Nagel strictly prohibits all discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), sexual orientation, citizenship status, protected activity (such as opposition to or reporting of prohibited discrimination or harassment. Kuehne+Nagel will also make reasonable accommodations for disabled applicants and employees, including accommodations for pregnancy and childbirth, and for the sincerely held religious beliefs of applicants and employees depending upon individual circumstances unless such accommodation would create an undue hardship on Kuehne+Nagel.

Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world. As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.