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Temporary Inventory Cycle Counter Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Temporary Sales Associate

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$14.75 - $16.75/hr

Support inventory cycles: receive shipments, stock shelves, and manage product movement. * Assist teammates in functional areas as required. * Foster a collaborative, trust-based environment ...

Working with warehouse personnel, Inventory Control Specialists, and Cycle Counters to ensure inventory accuracy. This Job Might Be an Outstanding Fit If You: * Are at least 18 years of age. * Have ...

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

Urbandale, IA · On-site

$13.75 - $18.75/hr

Keeps counters and shelves clean and well merchandised, takes inventory, and maintains records. Checks in and prices merchandise as required or as directed by store manager or communicated by the ...

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

Clive, IA · On-site

$13.75 - $18.75/hr

Keeps counters and shelves clean and well merchandised, takes inventory, and maintains records. Checks in and prices merchandise as required or as directed by store manager or communicated by the ...

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

Ottumwa, IA · On-site

$13.75 - $18.75/hr

Keeps counters and shelves clean and well merchandised, takes inventory, and maintains records. Checks in and prices merchandise as required or as directed by store manager or communicated by the ...

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Temporary Inventory Cycle Counter information

What is a temporary inventory cycle counter?

Temporary Inventory Cycle Counters are workers hired on a short-term basis to count and verify inventory in warehouses, stores, or distribution centers. Their main job is to perform regular cycle counts, which involve checking specific items or locations to ensure inventory records match the actual stock on hand. This helps companies maintain accurate inventory data, identify discrepancies, and prevent stockouts or overages. Temporary cycle counters often work during inventory audits, peak seasons, or when companies need extra help to manage stock accuracy.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a temporary inventory cycle counter?

To thrive as a Temporary Inventory Cycle Counter, you need attention to detail, basic math skills, and familiarity with inventory procedures, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience with inventory management systems, barcode scanners, and spreadsheets like Microsoft Excel is commonly required. Strong organizational skills, reliability, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills ensure accurate inventory counts, minimize discrepancies, and support efficient warehouse operations.

How does a temporary inventory cycle counter typically collaborate with other departments during inventory audits?

Temporary Inventory Cycle Counters regularly work alongside warehouse staff, inventory managers, and sometimes finance teams to ensure accurate stock counts. During audits, they coordinate with receiving and shipping departments to clarify discrepancies, confirm recent stock movements, and update records. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as accurate inventory data supports overall business operations. Being proactive in reaching out and clarifying uncertainties with colleagues makes the counting process smoother and more accurate.

What is the difference between Temporary Inventory Cycle Counter vs Inventory Clerk?

AspectTemporary Inventory Cycle CounterInventory Clerk
CredentialsBasic inventory or warehouse experience, possibly certifications in inventory managementHigh school diploma, inventory or warehouse experience often preferred
Work EnvironmentWarehouse, distribution centers, retail stockroomsOffice settings, warehouse, retail stores
Employer UsageTemporary or seasonal inventory tasks, cycle countingOngoing inventory management, record keeping

The Temporary Inventory Cycle Counter focuses on short-term, periodic inventory counts within warehouses or retail environments, often as part of seasonal or temporary staffing. In contrast, the Inventory Clerk handles ongoing inventory record keeping and stock management. Both roles require similar certifications and work in similar environments, but their scope and duration differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Inventory Cycle Counter job openings in Iowa as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Temporary Sales Associate

Tapestry, Inc.

Des Moines, IA • On-site

$14.75 - $16.75/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 13 days ago


Tapestry Inc. rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 36 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

1st of 105 rated fashion retailers


Job description

Coach is a global fashion house founded in New York in 1941. Inspired by the vision of Creative Director Stuart Vevers and the inclusive and courageous spirit of our hometown, we make beautiful things, crafted to last-for you to be yourself in.
Coach is part of the Tapestry portfolio - a global house of brands committed to stretching what's possible.
A member of the Tapestry family, we are part of a global house of brands that has unwavering optimism and is committed to being innovative and wholly inclusive. Visit Our People page to learn more about Tapestry's commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity.
The Sales Associate is the front-line ambassador of the Coach brand. You will deliver an elevated, personalized shopping experience, meet personal and store sales goals, and support daily store operations. This role blends luxury-retail service, omni-channel selling, and team collaboration to drive brand loyalty and revenue.
Key Responsibilities
  • Represent Coach as a brand ambassador, adhering to the Coach Guide to Style and Service standards.
  • Build lasting client relationships through personalized styling, product expertise, and fashion advice.
  • Drive sales through cross-selling, upselling, and tailored recommendations.
  • Utilize mobile POS, clienteling tools, and social selling platforms (including short-form video) to capture data and encourage repeat purchases.
  • Develop and execute personal sales plans; meet or exceed individual and team KPIs.
  • Source new customers, maintain relationships, and follow up to close sales.
  • Maintain high energy on the floor, manage multiple customers, and adapt selling techniques to business needs.
  • Complete daily operational tasks (cash wrap, inventory processing, replenishment, visual merchandising) while maintaining service standards.
  • Keep sales floor and stockroom clean, organized, and stocked; follow retail policies, POS, and asset protection procedures.
  • Process transactions efficiently (purchases, returns, exchanges, online pickups).
  • Support inventory cycles: receive shipments, stock shelves, and manage product movement.
  • Assist teammates in functional areas as required.
  • Foster a collaborative, trust-based environment; encourage team performance.
  • Participate in brand initiatives, training programs, and inclusion activities.
  • Welcome feedback, adapt behaviors, and maintain a calm, professional demeanor.

Required Qualifications
  • 1+ years of sales experience (luxury retail preferred); knowledge of fashion trends and competitors. A combination of education and experience will be considered
  • Experience with POS operation, basic computer proficiency (iPad/laptop, Mobile POS), walkie-talkie use, ability to read price/release sheets.
  • Strong English proficiency.
  • Luxury retail background, social media savvy, experience with live-stream shopping or video demos, clienteling and data acquisition skills. (Preferred)
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment,
  • Strong English language proficiency. (for EU)

Schedule: Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet business needs-including nights, weekends, peak busy season, and high-traffic retail days (including, but not limited to, public holidays).
Note: This document serves only as a sample of job duties and responsibilities and does not include an exhaustive list of all performance requirements.
Ability to lift at least 25 lbs. regularly (up to 50 lbs, occasionally), to climb, bend, kneel, and maneuver sales floor and stockroom.
Our Competencies for All Employees
Courage
: Doesn't hold back anything that needs to be said; provides current, direct, complete, and "actionable" positive and corrective feedback to others; lets people know where they stand; faces up to people problems on any person or situation (not including direct reports) quickly and directly; is not afraid to take negative action when necessary.
Creativity: Comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas; easily makes connections among previously unrelated notions; tends to be seen as original and value-added in brainstorming settings.
Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
Dealing with Ambiguity: Can effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture; isn't upset when things are up in the air; doesn't have to finish things before moving on; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.
Drive for Results: Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.
Interpersonal Savvy: Relates well to all kinds of people, up, down, and sideways, inside and outside the organization; builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can diffuse even high-tension situations comfortably.
Learning on the Fly: Learns quickly when facing new problems; a relentless and versatile learner; open to change; analyzes both successes and failures for clues to improvement; experiments and will try anything to find solutions; enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks; quickly grasps the essence and the underlying structure of anything.
Our Competencies for All People Managers
Strategic Agility: Sees ahead clearly; can anticipate future consequences and trends accurately; has broad knowledge and perspective; is future oriented; can articulately paint credible pictures and visions of possibilities and likelihoods; can create competitive and breakthrough strategies and plans.
Developing Direct Reports and Others: Provides challenging and stretching tasks and assignments; holds frequent development discussions; is aware of each person's career goals; constructs compelling development plans and executes them; pushes people to accept developmental moves; will take on those who need help and further development; cooperates with the developmental system in the organization; is a people builder.
Building Effective Teams: Blends people into teams when needed; creates strong morale and spirit in their team; shares wins and successes; fosters open dialogue; lets people finish and be responsible for their work; defines success in terms of the whole team; creates a feeling of belonging in the team.
Coach. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people. All employment decisions (including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, transfer, training, discipline and termination) are based on the applicant's or employee's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration. These decisions are made without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Tapestry, Inc. will provide applicants and employees with reasonable accommodation for disabilities or religious beliefs. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact Tapestry People Services at 1-855-566-9264 or employeerelations@tapestry.com
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Base Pay Range
$15.00-$19.25
Tapestry will comply with minimum wage requirements and any other applicable pay laws based on city, county, and state regulations.
Here are some of the benefits that we offer: Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, 401 (K), Paid Paternity and Maternity leave, Commuter Benefits, Disability insurance and Tuition assistance. Please click here for a complete list of U.S Corporate Compensation & Benefits.

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