Team Lead, Inventory

About the role

At GoBolt, we provide a technology-driven, customer-centric and sustainable approach to ecommerce and last-mile logistics for businesses of all sizes – from local brands to large national retailers. By operating as an extension of our customer's team, we deliver best-in-class services every step of the way. We're building North America’s largest electric vehicle fleet to help bring sustainability to an industry notorious for its heavy impact on the environment. We are in high growth mode and building for the future, which is where you come in! We are on the lookout for an Inventory Team Lead in Buena Park, who shares our passion for being Customer Obsessed. In this dynamic role, you will play a crucial part in overseeing daily inventory control operations, ensuring accurate, efficient, and compliant management of a wide range of goods.

Location: 5600 Knott Ave, Buena Park CA 90621

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of inventory control associates
• Train new employees on inventory control standards, cycle counting procedures, and warehouse management system (WMS) best practices
• Assign tasks and responsibilities, ensuring efficient workflow and productivity across receiving, put-away, and inventory audits
• Oversee the accurate receipt, storage, and tracking of inventory delivered to the warehouse
• Perform and coordinate cycle counts, physical inventories, and reconciliations to maintain inventory accuracy
• Conduct root cause analysis on inventory discrepancies, shrink, and damaged goods, and implement corrective actions
• Provide regular reports on inventory accuracy and other key performance metrics to operations leadership
• Use of tools including but not limited to WMS platforms, RF scanners, carts, hand trucks, and dollies
• Follow all 5S processes consistently and effectively
• Participate in regular team meetings to communicate goals, updates, and feedback
• Support inventory control and quality assurance (ICQA) style compliance audits, ensuring adherence to quality and inventory control standards
• Implement and maintain inventory control processes and procedures to maximize accuracy and efficiency
• Enforce safety standards and protocols to ensure a safe working environment
• Address and resolve issues related to damaged, missing, or misplaced inventory
• Liaise with other departments, such as receiving, fulfillment, procurement, and customer service, to coordinate activities and resolve discrepancies
• Communicate effectively with team members, management, and external partners

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in an inventory control/fulfillment environment within a warehouse with at least 1 year in a supervisory or team lead position
• Strong knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS) and cycle counting methodologies
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and time-management abilities
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in warehouse operations, including OSHA standards
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Ability to lift and carry heavy items (up to 50 lbs)
• Prolonged periods of standing and walking
• Authorized to work in