Inventory Lead

Misfits Market • San Antonio, TX

5d

About The Position

The Inventory Lead supports on-time delivery of customer orders from the Fulfillment Center by maintaining accurate inventory records and ensuring efficient product flow through the warehouse. The role works closely with receiving, packing, and shipping teams, helps resolve inventory issues, supports food safety and quality practices, and guides and trains Inventory associates.

Requirements

• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Experience or comfort working in a refrigerated environment (36 degrees).
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to work overtime and/or possible weekends when business needs require.
• Ability to thrive in a repetitive, fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to repetitively lift up to 50 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to stand, squat, kneel, and bend repetitively, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bilingual skills preferred (English/Spanish).
• Experience working in a food-based environment.
• Forklift experience.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with receiving, packing, and shipping teams to ensure seamless product movement within the Fulfillment Center.
• Identify and promptly resolve inventory-related issues to prevent disruptions.
• Follow the SQF Food Safety Code and monitor the warehouse floor to ensure employees follow Good Distribution Practices (GDP).
• Promote a proactive “see something, say something” culture by escalating concerns and taking appropriate action.
• Maintain optimum stock levels and accurate documentation in the Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Conduct regular cycle counts and inventory audits to maintain real-time inventory accuracy.
• Coordinate with warehouse leadership to schedule counts without disrupting daily operations.
• Enforce FIFO (First-In-First-Out) practices to support product quality and freshness.
• Provide guidance, feedback, and support so team members understand and follow standard operating procedures.
• Train new Inventory associates.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal policies concerning food safety, quality control, and inventory management.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k).
• Annual Misfits grocery box credit of $1,200, paid in weekly installments.
• Life insurance.
• Paid vacation time.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid sick days.
• Commuter benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed