Kuehne+Nagel

Warehouse Inventory Clerk - 1st Shift

CRANBURY, NJPosted 19 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Kuehne+Nagel

  • Job overview

    The Warehouse Inventory Clerk at Kuehne+Nagel manages inventory accuracy and supports warehousing operations to ensure smooth distribution and customer satisfaction.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves reconciling inventory, auditing returned items, processing credit transactions, performing weekly cycle counts, maintaining records, inspecting inventory diagnostics, following safety policies, and working overtime or weekends as needed.

  • Compensation and benefits

    The position pays $23.21 per hour with weekly pay and includes health benefits, a 401k plan, tuition reimbursement, and incentive compensation as part of a competitive total rewards package.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates need a high school diploma or equivalent, 2+ years of inventory experience, 1+ year operating material handling equipment, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, ability to work overtime and weekends, and the capability to lift up to 50 pounds.

  • Career development

    Kuehne+Nagel offers excellent training programs and career mobility within a dynamic global work environment.

  • Work environment and culture

    The company promotes an inclusive, safe, and stable environment with a commitment to equal employment opportunity and compliance with anti-discrimination laws.

  • Company information

    Kuehne+Nagel is a global leader in logistics with a strong heritage, focusing on enabling important moments in people's lives through efficient transportation and supply chain solutions.

  • Team overview

    The candidate will report to a supervisor and work within warehousing and distribution teams to support operational success.

  • Job location and travel

    The job is a first shift position, Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with a physical work environment requiring lifting and occasional overtime or weekend work.

  • Application process

    Placement agencies are advised not to submit unsolicited profiles; no fees will be paid for candidates submitted without prior agreement.

  • Unique job features

    This role uniquely supports the handling of delicate and perishable goods, contributing to everyday and special moments for customers through precise inventory management.

Company overview

Kuehne+Nagel is a global logistics company specializing in sea freight, airfreight, contract logistics, and overland businesses. They generate revenue by providing comprehensive supply chain solutions, leveraging their extensive network and advanced technology to optimize transportation and warehousing. Founded in 1890 in Bremen, Germany, the company has grown to become a leader in the logistics industry, with a strong emphasis on innovation and customer service. Notable milestones include their early adoption of digital logistics platforms and significant expansions into emerging markets.

How to land this job

  • Position your resume to emphasize your experience in managing inventory accuracy, performing cycle counts, and handling inventory discrepancies, key responsibilities highlighted in the job description at Kuehne+Nagel.

  • Highlight your proficiency with Microsoft Excel, especially maintaining complex spreadsheets, and your experience operating material handling equipment to align with the job's technical requirements.

  • Apply through multiple channels including Kuehne+Nagel's official corporate career site and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and chances of being noticed for the Warehouse Inventory Clerk role.

  • Connect with current employees in Kuehne+Nagel's logistics or warehouse divisions on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent company sustainability initiatives or asking about their experience with inventory management systems to start conversations.

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