Team Lead, Inventory

DSV•Hainesport, NJ

1d•$22 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Lead operates material handling equipment (MHE) to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count products, and performs computer data entry for receipts, shipments, and inventory maintenance. The role assists the supervisor or manager in maintaining facility compliance with quality standards and oversees inventory associates and other staff functions. Associates are expected to meet company performance, safety, and quality objectives and follow corporate and site-specific policies. The position supports inventory control through cycle-count analysis, discrepancy reconciliation, error-report correction, transaction validation, inventory audit research, reporting, and leadership of physical inventory activities. It also helps coordinate daily operations, staff development, communications, and compliance. The role may require flexible schedules, including nights and weekends, as well as overtime dictated by business needs. The employee works in warehouse temperatures that may vary from mild to moderate during warmer and colder months. The work environment usually has low to moderate noise; exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals is rare.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1 year of experience in a logistics, distribution, or relevant environment.
Ability to operate MHE.
Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program.
Basic computer skills, including RF scanners and WMS functions.
English reading, writing, and verbal skills.
Basic to intermediate math skills for verifying product quantities, counting inventory, and 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, which can range from mild to moderate.

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 responsibility 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 records.
Audit daily error reports and make corrections as necessary.
Generate monthly data from WMS reports showing monthly and year-to-date cycle-count dollar variances.
Analyze material in/out transactions for validity against the product structure.
Report miscellaneous receipts and issues and take corrective action as appropriate.
Lead distribution activities for physical inventory.
Use the online Inventory Audit Trail to research issues and support corrective action.
Prepare monthly reports describing major problems and updates on projects or assignments.
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 rules; maintain an orderly work area and promote safety.
Communicate with DSV representatives and clients when required; prepare corrective and preventive actions, operations reports, attendance follow-ups, counseling memos, and evaluations accurately and professionally.
Assist with daily startup meetings, encourage feedback and teamwork, and support associate development through training.
Coordinate operations with the manager to meet daily objectives and report and discuss internal or external operational issues.
Use communication and motivational techniques, ensure company rules are followed, and inform management about labor and equipment needs.
Develop team leaders and ensure associate expectations are met.
Assist leadership as needed and participate in cross-training activities, including providing backup support in other departments when needed.