Inventory Control Lead

MHX; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

MHX in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an Inventory Control Lead to maintain accurate lumber inventory records, track product movement, and align physical stock with system data to support operational visibility.

You will perform cycle counts, reconcile discrepancies, generate reports, and collaborate with yard and warehouse teams to improve accuracy and efficiency across the supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate, real-time inventory records for lumber and related materials
• Perform cycle counts, daily audits, and reconciliations between physical inventory and system data
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, shortages, overages, and misloads
• Track inbound and outbound inventory movements, ensuring proper system entry and accuracy
• Ensure proper documentation of receipts, transfers, and inventory adjustments
• Coordinate with yard and warehouse teams to verify product locations and inventory status
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate risks (shortages, overages, misplacements, delays)
• Maintain organized records and ensure compliance with company procedures
• Generate reports on inventory status, discrepancies, and performance trends
• Partner with leadership to improve inventory accuracy, processes, and reporting efficiency

Job description

EOE Statement MHX,LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Pursuant to the Fair Chance hiring practice, we will consider employing qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. All applicants must have reached the age of 18 or above. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship. Candidates may be required to successfully pass a medical exam as part of the pre-employment conditions.

Job Summary

The Inventory Control Lead is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records, tracking lumber product movement, and supporting operational visibility across the yard and warehouse. This role ensures alignment between physical inventory and system data, identifies discrepancies, and supports efficient operations through accurate reporting and coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate, real-time inventory records for lumber and related materials
• Perform cycle counts, daily audits, and reconciliations between physical inventory and system data
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, shortages, overages, and misloads
• Track inbound and outbound inventory movements, ensuring proper system entry and accuracy
• Ensure proper documentation of receipts, transfers, and inventory adjustments
• Coordinate with yard and warehouse teams to verify product locations and inventory status
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate risks (shortages, overages, misplacements, delays)
• Maintain organized records and ensure compliance with company procedures
• Generate reports on inventory status, discrepancies, and performance trends
• Partner with leadership to improve inventory accuracy, processes, and reporting efficiency

Additional Responsibilities (Operational Support & Administrative)

• Conduct outbound load verification, ensuring correct product, count, and documentation prior to shipment
• Manage call windows and shipment coordination, supporting scheduling and communication with drivers and operations
• Conduct daily railcar verification checks, confirming inventory positioning, status, and readiness
• Cross-train to understand and support railcar ordering and release processes
• Capture inventory photos, labeling, and placarding to support visibility and documentation
• Perform limited forklift operation strictly for inventory-related tasks such as product relocation or verification
• Support local leadership with maintaining and updating the forklift/transloader control log when required
• Support onboarding and cross-training of team members on inventory processes
• Assist with general administrative, reporting, and coordination tasks as assigned

Location Phoenix

This position is currently accepting applications.