Inventory Control Lead

Doppelmayr USA; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) including company match

Health, dental, vision, and life

Health savings account

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Job summary

Doppelmayr USA, Inc. seeks an experienced Inventory Control Lead to oversee inventory accuracy and control processes in our warehouse operations. You will lead cycle counts, investigate discrepancies, and guide teams on best practices to maintain inventory integrity and drive efficiency.

This role requires strong ERP experience (IFS preferred), advanced Excel skills, and proven leadership. Forklift certification or the ability to obtain one is preferred, with a focus on safety and continuous

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in inventory control or warehouse operations.
• Experience with cycle counting and inventory accuracy.
• Experience using ERP systems to manage transactions and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily cycle count activities to ensure inventory accuracy across all warehouse locations.
• Research and resolve inventory discrepancies, location issues, and unidentified inventory.
• Investigate inventory shrinkage and recurring issues, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Monitor inventory accuracy metrics and provide regular reports to warehouse leadership.
• Utilize IFS and other inventory management tools to analyze inventory transactions, maintain records, and generate reports.
• Train and mentor warehouse personnel on inventory control procedures and best practices.
• Collaborate with Warehouse, Purchasing, Production, and Project teams to improve inventory accuracy and material flow.
• Conduct audits of warehouse locations and processes to ensure compliance with company procedures.
• Assist with annual physical inventories and inventory reconciliation activities.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions to enhance inventory control and warehouse efficiency.
• Promote and maintain a safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Inventory control

Cycle counting

IFS ERP

Excel

Analytical thinking

Communication

Leadership

Safety consciousness

Training/mentoring

Tools

MS Excel

Inventory software

Job description

With innovative ropeways, the Doppelmayr teams ensure world records, eye-catching highlights and enthusiasm among customers and passengers. We develop mobility solutions for the future and high-performance material handling systems for use all over the world. This is made possible by our employees, who implement our unique projects and always generate enthusiasm with innovative ideas.

Doppelmayr USA, Inc. believes that by increasing the diversity of our teams we can create new perspectives and inspiring results and can make a difference in the communities of our employees, our customers, and the world. We encourage applications from women, minority groups, veterans, and people with disabilities and strive to make inclusion a part of everything we do.

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Inventory Control Lead to oversee inventory accuracy and inventory control processes within our warehouse operations. This role is responsible for leading cycle count activities, investigating inventory discrepancies, coordinating inventory improvement initiatives, and providing guidance to warehouse personnel on inventory best practices. The Inventory Control Lead will serve as a key resource for maintaining inventory integrity, supporting operational efficiency, and driving continuous improvement throughout the warehouse.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate daily cycle count activities to ensure inventory accuracy across all warehouse locations.
• Research and resolve inventory discrepancies, location issues, and unidentified inventory, including mystery pallets and material variances.
• Investigate inventory shrinkage and recurring inventory issues, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Monitor inventory accuracy metrics and provide regular reports to warehouse leadership.
• Utilize IFS and other inventory management tools to analyze inventory transactions, maintain records, and generate reports.
• Train and mentor warehouse personnel on inventory control procedures and best practices.
• Collaborate with Warehouse, Purchasing, Production, and Project teams to improve inventory accuracy and material flow.
• Conduct audits of warehouse locations and processes to ensure compliance with company procedures.
• Assist with annual physical inventories and inventory reconciliation activities.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions to enhance inventory control and warehouse efficiency.
• Promote and maintain a safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Your Profile:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience leading inventory control activities, cycle counting programs, or warehouse teams.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management principles, warehouse procedures, and material handling practices.
• Experience using ERP systems, preferably IFS, to manage inventory transactions, reporting, and analysis.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including reporting, data analysis, and reconciliation functions.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to investigate complex inventory discrepancies and implement effective resolutions.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated with a high level of accountability and attention to detail.
• Ability to train, mentor, and influence others in a team environment.
• Forklift certification or the ability to become certified.
• Ability to follow and enforce safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working at heights and performing frequent physical activities including climbing, bending, twisting, lifting, and extended periods of walking or standing.
• Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or inventory auditing experience is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous leadership or lead experience in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Experience supporting manufacturing operations.
• Inventory auditing, inventory reconciliation, and root-cause analysis experience.
• APICS/ASCM certification or related inventory management training is a plus.

Doppelmayr USA offers:

• 401(k), including company match
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Health savings account
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off