Inventory Control Lead
Forney, TX - USA
Job Summary
About Us
We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression controls software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.
Whether you are a professional looking for a career change an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity or recent graduate with an advanced degree we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!
Inventory Team Lead (Distribution Center)
Position Summary
If you are passionate about inventory accuracy operational excellence and leading frontline teams we have an exciting opportunity for you!
Based at our Forney Distribution Center the Inventory Team Lead is responsible for leading the daily execution of inventory control activities to ensure inventory accuracy across the distribution center. This role provides day-to-day leadership for cycle counting inventory reconciliation root cause analysis and inventory process discipline while partnering closely with Operations Materials Customer Service and Quality.
The Inventory Team Lead serves as the frontline leader responsible for driving execution coaching associates and improving inventory integrity through disciplined processes and continuous improvement.
This position operates under the general guidance of the Materials Manager.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate daily cycle count execution to ensure inventory accuracy goals are achieved.
- Prioritize and assign daily work for Inventory Associates to support business needs and cycle count schedules.
- Ensure completion of daily weekly monthly and annual inventory count requirements.
- Coach and develop Inventory Associates on inventory control processes system transactions and standard work.
- Investigate inventory discrepancies and determine root causes through data analysis and process validation.
- Reconcile inventory differences between Warehouse Management System (WMS) and ERP systems.
- Drive corrective and preventive actions to improve inventory accuracy and eliminate recurring discrepancies.
- Partner with Operations Receiving Shipping Materials Customer Service and Quality to resolve inventory-related issues.
- Monitor inventory accuracy metrics and develop action plans to improve performance.
- Support inventory audits and ensure compliance with inventory control procedures.
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for inventory processes.
- Identify process improvement opportunities and participate in Kaizen events and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
Required Education Experience & Skills
- High School Diploma required; Associates or Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Operations Business or related field preferred.
- 3 years of experience in inventory control warehouse operations materials management or distribution center operations.
- Previous experience leading or coordinating frontline associates.
- Strong knowledge of cycle counting inventory reconciliation and inventory control principles.
- Experience working with ERP and Warehouse Management Systems (Oracle Manhattan SAP etc.).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to analyze inventory trends and identify root causes.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Demonstrated ability to drive execution accountability and follow-through.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Preferred Education Experience & Skills
- Experience in high-volume distribution center operations.
- Experience reconciling ERP and WMS inventory.
- Knowledge of Manhattan WMS and Oracle ERP.
- Lean Six Sigma or Continuous Improvement experience.
- Experience developing inventory KPI dashboards and operational reporting.
Schedule
This role is based on-site at the Forney Distribution Center. Standard working hours are Monday through Friday. Flexibility may be required to support inventory activities physical inventories audits and operational priorities outside of standard business hours.
Our Commitment to Our People
Across the globe we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. Thats why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable futurefor our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations HVACR technology and cold chain solutions we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes from residential to commercial to industrial.
Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion openness and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership so they can thrive personally and professionally.
Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans dental and vision coverage 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans including paid parental leave vacation and holiday leave.
Together we have the opportunity and the power to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning heating and refrigeration and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!
Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging
At Copeland we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds and with diverse perspectives are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.
Work Authorization
Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E F-1 with OPT or CPT H-1 H-2 L-1 B J or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex race color religion national origin age marital status political affiliation sexual orientation gender identity genetic information disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
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About Company
White-Rodgers is a leading manufacturer of thermostats, valves, controls and system protectors for the heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration industry.