Team Lead, Inventory (PM Shift)

DSV•Denton, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Lead operates material handling equipment (MHE) to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count goods, and enters computer data 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. Associates are expected to meet performance, safety, and quality objectives and comply with corporate and site-specific policies. The position coordinates inventory activities, including cycle counts, discrepancy research and resolution, error-report corrections, inventory reporting, physical inventory leadership, and review of material transactions. It also supports associate relations and training, shift coordination, safety and quality compliance, communication with DSV representatives and clients when required, and the development of team leaders. The role may require flexible scheduling, including nights and weekends, and overtime as dictated by business needs. The position is based in Denton, Texas. The warehouse may have unregulated temperatures ranging from mild to moderate in warmer and colder months. The work environment is usually low to moderate in noise, with rare exposure to fumes, airborne particles, or toxic or caustic chemicals. The stated expected base pay range is $21.53–$26.91 annually; actual compensation depends on job-related factors. Benefits information is available through DSV’s Benefits Showcase, with offerings and eligibility varying by location and division.

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 use of RF scanners and WMS functions.
English reading, writing, and verbal skills.
Basic to intermediate math skills for verifying product quantities, counting inventory, and related duties.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.
Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision or guidance.
Ability to adapt effectively to change and thrive in a stimulating, fast-paced work environment.
Ability to work in unregulated warehouse temperatures that can range from mild to moderate during warmer and colder months.
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull 21–50 pounds; reach above the shoulder and outward; squat or kneel.
Ability to meet the physical demands of frequent bending and constant walking and standing.

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

Operate MHE to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count inventory.
Enter computer data for receipts, shipments, and inventory maintenance.
Delegate work and responsibility to subordinates and oversee scheduled shifts and inventory staff.
Analyze daily and directed cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies between physical counts and perpetual records.
Audit the daily error report and make corrections as needed.
Generate monthly and year-to-date cycle-count dollar variance totals from WMS reports.
Analyze material in/out transactions for validity against product structure.
Report miscellaneous receipts and issues and take corrective action as appropriate.
Lead distribution activities for physical inventory and 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; support associate development and develop team leaders.
Audit the warehouse daily for safety, security, and quality compliance; maintain an orderly work area and promote safety.
Send accurate, professional communications; prepare corrective or preventive actions, operations reports, attendance follow-ups, counseling memos, and evaluations.
Assist with daily startup meetings, encourage associate feedback and teamwork, coordinate operations with the manager to meet daily objectives, and report operational issues.
Communicate labor and equipment needs to management to meet customer demands and ensure company rules and associate expectations are met.
Assist leadership as needed and participate in cross-training activities, including providing backup support in other departments.
Work flexible schedules, including nights and weekends, and overtime when dictated by business needs.