Warehouse Lead - Inbound

Jon Renau Collection Inc. TS • Carlsbad, CA

9d • $26 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

The Inbound Warehouse Lead owns the flow of product from the moment it arrives at our dock to the moment it is accurately binned, counted, and available to sell. This is a hands-on, inbound-focused role: responsibilities include Managing Inventory, Receiving and staging inbound shipments, leading the inbound team and communicating clearly and effectively with key stakeholders such as Purchasing, Accounts Payable, and Warehouse Management. The inbound lead is expected to communicate any safety, personnel, operational concerns and observations with management in a timely manner.

Requirements

• 3+ years of warehouse experience, with at least 1 year in receiving, inventory control, or a lead/senior role.
• Demonstrated accuracy with inventory transactions and comfort investigating and resolving count discrepancies.
• Experience with a warehouse management system or ERP; able to work confidently with a handheld scanner.
• Basic math skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently, prioritize competing tasks, delegate tasks to Warehouse Associates, and keep inbound flowing without direct supervision.
• Clear written and verbal communication; able to document issues and escalate appropriately.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience with NetSuite and RF-SMART (or a comparable ERP/WMS pairing).
• Forklift, order picker, or pallet jack certification.
• Experience in consumer products, apparel, beauty, or another high-SKU/variant-heavy environment.
• Experience supporting product launches or seasonal inventory ramps.

Responsibilities

• Perform stock counts using handheld scanner, research and resolve variances before posting adjustments.
• Prepare new product launches: stage incoming launch inventory, collaborate with Quality Control for QC checks, assign and label bin locations, and confirm system availability ahead of sale date.
• Relocate and reorganize stock to improve pick density, consolidate partial bins, and free up space for incoming receipts.
• Maintain accurate bin locations and item data in the WMS; flag discrepancies between physical and system counts to the Warehouse Manager.
• Replenish forward pick bins from overstock locations to keep the pick bins stocked ahead of demand.
• Utilize WMS system to monitor min/max levels and proactively pull replenishment before stockouts affect order fulfillment.
• Stock shelves accurately by SKU, color, and style, with correct labeling and orientation.
• Receive inbound shipments: verify carton counts and contents against packing lists and purchase orders, communicate inbound shipment status and time of delivery to Purchasing.
• Inspect for damage and shortages; document and report discrepancies to Purchasing and the Warehouse Manager.
• Receive inbound product into the system accurately and promptly so inventory is available to sell without delay.
• Stage received product for bin put away, keeping receiving areas clear and organized.
• When required, pick and pack customer orders during peak volume, staffing gaps, or expedited shipments.
• Serve as the day-to-day point of contact for inbound warehouse activity in the Warehouse Manager's absence.
• Partner with the Warehouse Manager and Outbound Lead to coordinate and optimize warehouse operations, ensuring efficiency and productivity.
• Collaborate with logistics, distribution, and other relevant teams to enhance communication and coordination.
• Train new and existing associates on receiving, putaway, replenishment, and counting procedures.
• Assign and prioritize daily inbound tasks; verify work is completed accurately and on schedule.
• Reinforce safety practices and standard operating procedures on the floor.
• Perform additional warehouse lead responsibilities as directed by the Warehouse Manager.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision: 100% Employer-Sponsored Individual Plans Available
• Life Insurance: $25,000 Company-Sponsored
• Long-Term Disability: 100% Company-Sponsored
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Time
• Paid Holidays (Including your Birthday!)
• 401(k) Plan: Employer Match Available
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): 100% Employer-Sponsored
• Options for supplemental insurance plans, employee product discounts, and sponsored company events

What This Job Offers

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