Team Lead, Field Count

VB Spine, LLC

35d•Onsite

About The Position

VB Spine is seeking a Team Lead, Field Count to support the Manager in the overall governance, planning, and execution of the U.S. Field Count and Self-Count programs. This role involves developing and enforcing standard processes, coordinating data preparation and logistics, leading reconciliation activities, and overseeing all Self-Count activities. The Team Lead will provide day-to-day direction to Field Inventory Coordinators, serve as an escalation point for various issues, and deliver training on inventory best practices. The position requires extensive travel to support field counts, audits, and inventory activities, ensuring compliance with financial audit requirements. The role also involves managing expired inventory and communicating regularly with various departments to provide status updates.

Requirements

High School diploma required
3+ years of relevant experience in inventory management, cycle counting, or field operations
Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
Fluency in spoken and written English
Strong knowledge of inventory tracking, counting principles, controls, and data analysis
Demonstrated leadership or mentoring experience with the ability to guide and prioritize team activities
Excellent customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel (pivot tables, queries), Word, Access, and ERP systems
Ability to teach and train others on inventory best practices
Analytical skills with preference for financial acumen related to inventory
Physical ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred
Medical device experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Support the Manager in the overall governance, planning, and execution of the U.S. Field Count and Self-Count programs
Develop, maintain, and enforce standard processes, timelines, documentation, and quality expectations for all Field Counts and Self-Counts
Coordinate data preparation, set listings, and logistics prior to count execution in partnership with Sales and internal teams
Lead post-count reconciliation activities, discrepancy resolution, and follow-up to ensure timely and accurate closure
Oversee and lead all Self-Count activities, including planning, execution, validation, and reconciliation
Provide day-to-day direction, prioritization, and operational guidance to Lead and Senior Field Inventory Coordinators
Serve as an escalation point for count readiness, execution, sales coordination, data integrity, and compliance issues
Deliver training on Field Count processes, inventory controls, and counting tools; support continuous improvement of tools and documentation
Compile, analyze, and maintain inventory data; perform cycle counts, verify accuracy, and drive system adjustments
Manage expired inventory resolution, RMA processing, and disposition activities in compliance with quality and regulatory standards
Communicate regularly with Sales, Field Operations, Quality, and leadership to provide status updates and visibility
Travel extensively to support Field Count execution, internal cycling, audits, and cross-location inventory activities
Ensure all Field Count activities meet financial audit requirements and maintain audit readiness