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Ace Hardware Corporation

Cycle Count

Princeton, IL · On-site

$22.25/hr

Cycle Count; 3rd Shift Sunday-Thursday 10:00pm-6:30am Compensation Details: * Base rate of $20.50 * 3rd shift premium - currently $1.75 per hour Duties and Responsibilities: * Count inventory in bins ...

Ace Hardware Corporation

Cycle Count

Princeton, IL · On-site

$22.25/hr

Cycle Count; 3rd Shift Sunday-Thursday 10:00pm-6:30am Compensation Details: * Base rate of $20.50 * 3rd shift premium - currently $1.75 per hour Duties and Responsibilities: * Count inventory in bins ...

Ace Hardware Corporation

Cycle Count

Princeton, IL

$22.25/hr

Cycle Count; 3rd Shift Sunday-Thursday 10:00pm-6:30am Compensation Details: * Base rate of $20.50 * 3rd shift premium - currently $1.75 per hour Duties and Responsibilities: * Count inventory in bins ...

North American Lighting

Cycle Count Planner

Paris, IL · On-site

$48K - $68K/yr

Job Summary Plans and execute cycle counts as outlined in the company cycle count procedure. Essential Duties & Responsibilities 1. Plan daily cycle counts. 2. Execute daily cycle counts. 3. ...

Farmer's Fridge

Cycle Count Clerk

Chicago, IL · On-site

$21.75/hr

Cycle Count Clerk Hourly Rate: $21.75/ $250 Sign-on BONUS! Eligibility for a $250 reward on a quarterly basis Shift Schedule: Sunday - Thursday, 10:30 AM - 6:30PM. Location: 5370 S. Cicero Ave, ...

North American Lighting

Cycle Count Planner

Paris, IL · On-site

$48K - $68K/yr

Job Summary Plans and execute cycle counts as outlined in the company cycle count procedure. Essential Duties & Responsibilities 1. Plan daily cycle counts. 2. Execute daily cycle counts. 3. ...

Farmer's Fridge

Cycle Count Clerk

Chicago, IL · On-site

$21.20/hr

Cycle Count Clerk Hourly Rate: $21.75/ $250 Sign-on BONUS! Shift Schedule: Sunday - Thursday, 10:30 AM - 6:30PM. Location: 5370 S. Cicero Ave, Chicago, IL Check out our story! Click the link below.

NFI Industries

Cycle Counter

Manteno, IL · On-site

$20.25/hr

Perform physical inventory count and compare results with system data * Research discrepancies between physical and system count * Communicate cycle count finding to those responsible for inventory

Ecolab

Cycle Counter

Chicago, IL · On-site

$24/hr

Complete cycle counts and reconciliations * Run various reports on a daily, weekly, and monthly ... Count and review label stock to ensure proper stock * Keep track of pallet counts and order pallets ...

Ecolab

Cycle Counter

Chicago, IL · On-site

$24/hr

Complete cycle counts and reconciliations * Run various reports on a daily, weekly, and monthly ... Count and review label stock to ensure proper stock * Keep track of pallet counts and order pallets ...

Ecolab Inc.

Cycle Counter

Chicago, IL

$24/hr

Complete cycle counts and reconciliations * Run various reports on a daily, weekly, and monthly ... Count and review label stock to ensure proper stock * Keep track of pallet counts and order pallets ...

Aerotek

Cycle Counter

Lincolnshire, IL

$19 - $23/hr

Process cycle count transactions and analyze inventory activity using the ERP system. * Investigate inventory discrepancies, locate missing materials, and verify correct storage locations. * Report ...

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How much do cycle count jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for cycle count in Illinois is $12.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $10.76 and $13.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a cycle count?

Cycle counts are a type of inventory auditing procedure where a small subset of inventory is counted on a specific day. Instead of doing a full physical inventory count once or twice a year, cycle counts allow businesses to regularly check different sections of their inventory. This helps maintain accurate inventory records, quickly identify discrepancies, and reduce the disruption to normal operations. Cycle counting is particularly useful in warehouses and retail environments where inventory accuracy is critical.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cycle counter, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cycle Counter, you need strong attention to detail, basic math skills, and experience with inventory management, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), barcode scanners, and inventory tracking software is typically required. Reliability, organizational skills, and effective communication help individuals excel in this position. These capabilities ensure accurate inventory records, minimize discrepancies, and support smooth warehouse operations.

What are the main challenges faced by cycle count specialists, and how can they effectively manage inventory discrepancies?

Cycle count specialists often encounter challenges such as locating misplaced items, reconciling discrepancies between physical counts and system records, and minimizing disruptions to warehouse operations. To effectively manage these issues, it's important to maintain meticulous attention to detail, communicate discrepancies promptly to supervisors, and collaborate with warehouse staff to investigate root causes. Utilizing warehouse management systems and following established counting procedures also helps ensure accuracy and supports continuous improvement in inventory control.

What is the difference between Cycle Count vs Inventory Clerk?

AspectCycle CountInventory Clerk
Primary RoleRegularly counting specific inventory sections to ensure accuracyRecording, updating, and maintaining inventory records
CertificationsOften requires inventory or warehouse certificationsTypically requires basic inventory or clerical skills
Work EnvironmentWarehouse or storage facility, periodic countsOffice or warehouse, data entry and record keeping
Employer UsageUsed in retail, manufacturing, logistics for inventory accuracyUsed across industries for inventory management and record maintenance

While both roles involve inventory management, a Cycle Count focuses on physically verifying inventory accuracy through scheduled counts, whereas an Inventory Clerk handles recording and maintaining inventory data. Both roles are essential for effective inventory control but differ in scope and daily tasks.

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Cycle Count

Ace Hardware Corporation

Princeton, IL • On-site

$22.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

Ace Hardware Corporation rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 1,489 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

36th of 51 rated home improvement retailers

Job description

Cycle Count; 3rd Shift

Sunday-Thursday 10:00pm-6:30am

Compensation Details:

  • Base rate of $20.50
  • 3rd shift premium – currently $1.75 per hour

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Count inventory in bins and reserves
  • Special counts
  • Verify inventory quality
  • Audit reserve merchandise
  • Requires use of power equipment including working at the height of +/- 30 feet
  • Prepare items for B-stock auction, charitable donations, silent auctions, and team member giveaways
  • Inspect, sort, and dispose of surplus, damaged, and infested merchandise as directed
  • Various other duties as assigned

Position Requirements:

  • Extensive knowledge of Ace procedures, requirements, and rules
  • Above average quality history, including no disciplinary actions regarding same
  • Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
  • Inventory and/or cycle counting knowledge & experience is a plus
  • Power equipment certification for stock picker, narrow aisle and tugger/pallet tugger, or willingness and ability to be certified on this equipment
  • Ability to work productively both individually and as part of a team
  • No active steps of corrective action in the 90 days prior to posting expiration
  • No active final warning for any reason
  • Applicants should be regular, full-time team members in current department for 6 months or more, unless the new job is within the same functional department.  Part-time, temporary or less than 6-month team members may be considered based on business needs or lack of fully qualified bidders
  • Resume or work history must be submitted along with application

SPECIAL NOTES:

  • This is a non-incentivized position
  • Due to the duties of this position directly affecting inventory integrity, interviews will be conducted to determine candidate suitability
  • Interviews will be conducted exclusively with applicants meeting the listed position requirements.

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Ace Hardware is a renowned company in the retail sector, headquartered in Oak Brook, IL, US. Dating back to its foundation in 1924 by a group of businessmen, the company has grown from a single store in Chicago to a global hardware cooperative consisting of more than 5,000 stores in over 60 countries. It operates in the home improvement sector and specializes in hardware, home goods, local niche services, and select specialty retailers. As prevalent in its motto "The Helpful Place", Ace Hardware's mission is to provide customers with high-quality hardware products while delivering exemplary customer service.

Industry

Retail, hardware, plumbing and hvac wholesalers and construction materials wholesalers

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Oak Brook, IL, US

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