Inventory Control Lead, 1st Shift (On-site)

Company Description

At Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world-class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, 60 retail stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division. But today we’re working better, smarter and faster than ever—and setting our sights even higher. We’re building an infrastructure designed for scalability, embracing data-driven decision-making and using technology to improve efficiency and ensure the best tools for the best work. Most importantly, we continue to invest in a diverse team of inquisitive top talent who fuel each other’s passions and curiosity, take risks, try new things, and believe that every new day brings opportunities for growth.

Job Description

We are currently hiring a full-time Inventory Control Lead. As leader on our team, we are looking for someone who has a strong sense of urgency and excels in a fast-paced environment, and who has superb attention to detail, an ability to juggle multiple projects, and strong interpersonal skills to help lead and inspire our team to do their best work. 

A day on the job looks like this:  

• Conducting cycle counting and inventory research, and processing inventory back to stock   
• Maintaining their department’s productivity standards while acting in the role of a Lead  
• Keeping the supervisor apprised of activities and needs within their assigned area 
• Answering basic operational questions, reassigning work and training associates 

Qualifications

Got the skills and experience? Here’s what we’re looking for:  

• 2+ years total warehouse experience  
• Must have Distribution Center operations experience 
• High school diploma or GED recommended 
• Must be able to operate an RF scanner 
• WMS, RF and related DC technology experience preferred 
• Must be able to read, count accurately, do simple math and write legibly 
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve basic system issues within there are 
• Must be detail-oriented and have a working knowledge of inventory procedures 
• High achiever/performer; results-oriented and strives for maximum service needs 
• Flexible and dependable 
• Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with warehouse receiving clerk, receivers and other members of the leadership team 
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, walking through entire shift; constant lifting (up to 49 pounds), twisting and bending 

Additional Information

And here’s our end of the bargain! 

• Competitive compensation based on skills and experience, and bonus eligible
• Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding
• Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
• Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest
• Generous employee discount
• Casual dress…and we really mean it

At Lakeshore, we know our diversity makes us stronger, and when everyone feels included and valued, we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers, families and children we serve.

We know we couldn’t do the extraordinary things we’re doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group, Lakeshore is more than a great place to work—it’s a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out, we give everything we’ve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success, we’re constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if you’re a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you. 
 
To learn more about Lakeshore, visit www.lakeshorelearning.com/careers 
 
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
People are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill, merit and mind-boggling talent—not based on race, color, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital status, domestic partnership status, military status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, AIDS or AIDS-related complex status, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If things aren’t equal, we all lose.

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