Cycle Count Planner
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Job overview
North American Lighting is hiring a Cycle Count Planner. Plans and executes cycle counts according to company procedures, investigates lost inventory, coordinates with manufacturing and warehouse leaders, escalates non‑conformances, adjusts items, evaluates materials semi‑annually, investigates root causes, supports kaizen activities, and assists planners on urgent issues.
Key focus areas include Plan daily cycle counts, Execute daily cycle counts, and Investigate and locate lost inventory.
Important skills include MS Office, Plex, Clerical Skills, Administrative Skills, Organizational Skills, and Planning Skills.
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Cycle Count Planner
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Date: Aug 17, 2026
Location: Paris, IL, US, 61944
Company: North American Lighting
Job Summary
Plans and execute cycle counts as outlined in the company cycle count procedure.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
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Plan daily cycle counts.
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Execute daily cycle counts.
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Investigate and locate lost inventory.
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Coordinate count activities with area leaders in manufacturing and the warehouse to ensure all material is accounted for.
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Escalate any non-conformances in part handling/inventory control.
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Daily pass along with specific detail about issues with current days counts.
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Adjust shared source items per current adjustment practices.
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Evaluate materials on a semi-annual basis and provide recommendations for changes in cycle count frequency
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Investigate root cause of cycle count variance and collaborate with the corresponding stakeholders to implement and validate countermeasures
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Assist planners, supervisors, or manager on urgent issues as they arise.
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Escalate significant losses immediately.
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Support department kaizen activities.
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Performs all other duties as required.
The salary range for this position is $48,100 - $68,100 per year. Final compensation will be determined by location, skills, experience, qualifications, and the career level at which the position is filled.
Requirements
- Meets the following Education and Experience requirements
a. Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline, plus 0 to 2 years of related experience in manufacturing functions; OR
b. Associate Degree in Business, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline, plus 2 to 4 years of related experience in manufacturing functions; OR
c. HS Diploma or GED, plus 4 to 6 years of related experience in manufacturing functions
Experience with Plex and Problem Solving Training is preferred
- Strong knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:
a. Clerical and administrative skills
b. Organizational and planning skills
c. Mathematical and analytical skills
d. Problem solving and conflict resolution skills
e. Computer skills — proficient using standard business software (including MS Office)
f. Written and verbal communications skills
g. Interpersonal skills – ability to work and function in a team environment and to confidently interact with individual at all levels of authority
At North American Lighting
At North American Lighting
Team Member Benefits
World class health insurance plans
Award winning 401k plan
Relocation assistance
Paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays, etc)
Supplier discounts (wireless, computer, vehicle, etc.)
Company sponsored wellness program including gym reimbursement
Diversity at NAL:
The mission of NAL’s Diversity Committee is to facilitate NAL’s ongoing and continuing efforts to foster a culture and atmosphere of mutual respect, for the benefit of all Team Members from different backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities that represent our communities.
You can learn more about NAL and our opportunities at jobs.nal.com.
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, genetic information, and veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, genetic information, and veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Requisition ID: 22414
Location: Paris Plant
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