Retail Inventory Team Leader - St. Louis, Missouri, United States

Your Role as the Inventory Team Leader · As the Inventory Team Leader, you will manage our physical inventory processes for convenience stores and oversee special projects. · You will lead teams of various sizes between two and ten counters. You will ensure accurate and efficient ...

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Your Role as the Inventory Team Leader

As the Inventory Team Leader, you will manage our physical inventory processes for convenience stores and oversee special projects.

You will lead teams of various sizes between two and ten counters. You will ensure accurate and efficient inventory counts while upholding our timeliness and service excellence standards.

Your leadership will support a streamlined and organized approach to inventory management, enabling our clients to operate smoothly and effectively.

What You'll Bring to the Table

• Leadership Excellence: Proven ability to lead, motivate, and manage a small team, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Exceptional Organizational Skills: Expert in managing time, prioritizing tasks, and overseeing multiple projects to ensure deadlines are met.
• Detail-Oriented Mindset: Keen attention to detail to ensure accuracy in inventory counts and reporting.
• Outstanding Communication: Ability to effectively communicate with team members, store management team, and clients clearly and professionally.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Proactively identify issues, resolve discrepancies, and implement effective solutions.
• Technological Proficiency: Comfortable using inventory management software and other relevant tools to enhance productivity and accuracy.
• Positive Attitude: Approach every task with enthusiasm and a can-do spirit, contributing to an optimistic and supportive work environment.

Our Core Values at Monarch Inventory Services

At Monarch Inventory Services, our values are the foundation of our team's success. As the Inventory Team Leader, you will embody these principles in all aspects of your role.

• Aspirational Growth: You will demonstrate a commitment to self-improvement and team development by actively seeking ways to enhance processes, embracing challenges as learning opportunities, and staying updated on best practices.
• Committed to Agape: You will foster a supportive environment through genuine care for team members - building strong relationships, actively listening to feedback, and guiding the team through obstacles.
• Anchored in Trust: You will maintain transparency, uphold integrity in all actions, and build trustworthy relationships with team members and clients.

Your Core Responsibilities as the Inventory Team Leader

As the Inventory Team Leader, you are the cornerstone of our inventory management team. You ensure that inventory counts are accurate and operations run smoothly.

Here are the primary responsibilities for this role:

• Leadership and Team Supervision: Oversee a team of 2-10 inventory auditors, providing clear direction, support, and supervision. Assign tasks based on individual strengths, foster a positive work environment, and ensure adherence to standardized counting protocols.
• Conduct Inventory Counts: Actively participate in and oversee the inventory count process, ensuring accuracy and reliability, including in high-value or sensitive areas.
• Verify Accuracy and Resolve Discrepancies: Perform quality control checks, investigate discrepancies, and coordinate with store management team to ensure inventory aligns with records.
• Client Communication and Reporting: Serve as the primary liaison between the inventory auditing team and store management team, prepare comprehensive inventory audit reports, and professionally address client questions or concerns.
• Time and Task Management: Complete inventory audits within designated timeframes, prioritize tasks effectively, and monitor team progress to meet deadlines without compromising accuracy.
• Maintain Confidentiality: Handle all client data strictly, adhering to company policies and maintaining clients' trust.

How We Will Measure Your Success

The Inventory Team Leader has a vital role in moving our company forward. Here's how we'll measure your success:

• Efficiency and Productivity: Ensure your team achieves an average rate of 2,000 counted pieces per hour per person.
• Team Management and Performance: Minimize employee complaints through effective leadership and support.
• Accuracy of Inventory Counts: Maintain high accuracy in inventory results, verified through quality control.
• Client Satisfaction: Zero client complaints, ensuring client trust and satisfaction with inventory audits.

Qualifications:

• Reliable transportation is required to travel to and from client job sites located throughout the Chesterfield and St. Charles areas.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must submit to a background check and drug screen.
• Ability to work full-time with a varying schedule.
• Ability to travel on occasion to support additional projects.
• Comfortable using handheld scanners, inventory software, and data entry tools.
• Able to stand and walk for extended periods while conducting inventory counts.
• Can handle sensitive client data with discretion and adhere to confidentiality requirements.
• Proven experience leading and managing a team, preferably in an inventory or operational setting.
• High level of accuracy and focus on ensuring correct data entry and inventory counts.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for providing team direction.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience.

• Bonus Opportunities
• Travel and Per Diem
• Professional and Personal Development Programs
• Exciting Travel Opportunities
• Chances to Advance in All Departments
• Potential Company-Sponsored TSA Pre-Check (after the transition to full-time)
• 401(k) With Company Match
• Competitive Benefits Package (Medical/Dental/Vision/Life)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays