Team Lead, Inventory Data Center - LBJ FWY

DSV • Dallas, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Lead operates material handling equipment (MHE) to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count inventory, and enters receipts, shipments, and inventory information into computer systems. The role assists the supervisor or manager in maintaining facility compliance with quality standards and overseeing inventory associates and other staff. Team members are expected to meet company performance, safety, and quality objectives and follow corporate and site-specific policies.

The position supports inventory accuracy through cycle-count analysis, discrepancy reconciliation, inventory transaction review, error-report corrections, and reporting. It also supports daily warehouse operations through associate coordination and training, safety and quality audits, operational communications, and coordination with management to meet customer demands and daily objectives. The work is based at the Lyndon B Johnson Freeway location in Lancaster, Texas, with four listed schedule options: Monday–Thursday, 6 a.m.–7 p.m.; Monday–Thursday, 7 p.m.–6 a.m.; Thursday–Sunday, 7 a.m.–6 p.m.; or Thursday–Sunday, 7 p.m.–6 a.m. Flexible scheduling, nights, weekends, and overtime may be required based on operational needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of experience in logistics, distribution, or a relevant environment.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment (MHE).
• Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program.
• Basic computer skills, including use of RF scanners and WMS functions.
• English reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Basic to intermediate math skills to verify product quantities, count inventory, and perform related handling, storage, and distribution duties.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision or guidance.
• Ability to adapt to change and work in a stimulating, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work in unregulated warehouse temperatures during warmer and colder months, ranging from mild to moderate.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights and weekends, and overtime as required.

Nice To Haves

• 1–3 years of experience working in an inventory department.
• 1–3 years of forklift experience.
• Current or prior MHE certification.

Responsibilities

• Delegate work and responsibilities to subordinates.
• Oversee scheduled shifts and evaluate the work of inventory staff and subordinates.
• Analyze daily and directed cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies between physical counts and perpetual inventory records.
• Audit daily error reports and make corrections as necessary.
• Generate monthly WMS reports showing monthly and year-to-date cycle-count dollar variances.
• Analyze material in/out transactions for validity against product structure.
• Report miscellaneous receipts and issues and take corrective action as appropriate.
• Serve as distribution leader for physical inventory.
• Use the online Inventory Audit Trail to research issues and support corrective action.
• Prepare monthly reports on major problems and project or assignment updates.
• Perform other assigned duties, including in-transit reporting and shipping adjustments.
• Assist with associate relations and training.
• Audit the warehouse daily for compliance with safety, security, and quality requirements; maintain an orderly work area and promote safety.
• Communicate with DSV representatives and clients as required; prepare corrective/preventive actions, operational reports, attendance reports, counseling memos, and evaluations accurately and professionally.
• Assist with daily startup meetings, encourage associate feedback and teamwork, support associate development, coordinate operations with the manager to meet daily objectives, and report operational issues.
• Use effective communication and motivation, ensure company rules are followed, inform management of labor and equipment needs, and develop team leaders while ensuring associate expectations are met.
• Assist leadership as needed and participate in cross-training activities; provide backup support in other departments when needed.
• Work flexible schedules, including nights and weekends, and work overtime as dictated by business needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED