Inventory Control Team Lead

Job Summary

The Inventory Control Team Lead is responsible for supporting and maintaining inventory accuracy within the warehouse. This role oversees cycle counting activities, assists with inventory investigations, and provides day-to-day guidance to inventory team members to ensure efficient and compliant operations.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Support and maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counting and reconciliation processes
• Lead and coordinate daily cycle count activities and team assignments
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, including root cause analysis
• Serve as a subject matter expert for inventory transactions and system inquiries
• Ensure proper handling and disposition of damaged or nonconforming materials (RTV, destruction, etc.)
• Monitor and report key inventory metrics (accuracy, adjustments, space utilization)
• Train and support inventory team members on procedures and best practices
• Develop and maintain SOPs and work instructions related to inventory processes
• Partner with Quality to manage aging inventory and ensure compliance with FIFO/FEFO practices
• Ensure compliance with GMP, safety, and housekeeping standards
• Safely operate powered industrial equipment as needed
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance inventory control processes

Job Requirements

• A minimum of 2+ years’ experience with inventory control
• Previous leadership and Team building experience
• Able to lead, direct, and provide constructive feedback to team members
• Ability to manage effective work schedules
• Analytical mind with strong attention to detail skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Proficient in the operation of ERP programs to support Inventory Management and Warehouse Management systems
• Proficient in MS Office Suite programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Able to lift and move up to 50 pounds and walk/stand for majority of shift
• Adept and effective at record keeping
• High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience sufficient to:
• Proficiently read, speak and write English to meet FDA requirements for record keeping and inventory and warehouse purposes.
• Perform basic mathematical calculations—add, subtract multiply, divide, percentages.