Inventory Lead

About the role

This is a senior-level, non-supervisory role responsible for providing daily guidance, mentorship, and support to team members while maintaining accurate inventory levels of products, materials, and supplies. The Inventory Lead supports efficient inventory operations, drives process improvements, and ensures alignment with quality, safety, and on-time delivery standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily guidance, mentorship, and support to inventory team members
• Support inventory operations including cycle counts and full physical counts
• Identify, investigate, and reconcile discrepancies between physical and system inventory
• Track and report inventory metrics and performance trends
• Maintain accurate inventory records and documentation
• Create Bills of Lading as needed
• Support administrative tasks including reporting and data tracking
• Partner with leadership to resolve operational issues and improve processes
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and quality procedures
• Promote a safe, organized, and efficient work environment

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Experience in inventory, warehouse, or manufacturing environment preferred
• Previous experience in a lead or team support role is a plus

Skills

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and inventory systems
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations

How You Will Be Successful

• Building Relationships: Work collaboratively to support team and inventory operations
• Challenging the Expected: Identify issues and improve inventory processes
• Integrity and Respect: Maintain accurate and reliable inventory records
• Dedicated to Quality and Safety: Follow all safety and quality standards

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental base plan, vision, life/AD&D, and short-term and long-term disability
• Subsidized premiums for medical, dental, and vision for employee dependents
• 401(k) Plan with up to a 6% (dollar-for-dollar) employer match
• Health Savings/Flexible Spending Account options
• Paid time off, including 10 company-paid holidays, plus 1 floating holiday
• Employee Assistance Program
• Comprehensive relocation package available for qualified candidates
• Annual incentive bonus plan

Pay

Highly competitive compensation "above the industry" commensurate with experience.