Inventory Control Lead — Data-Driven Warehouse Optimizer

Fresh From Texas; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance package including medical,-d

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays and generous PTO

Attendance and referral bonuses

Job summary

Fresh Texas is seeking an Inventory Control Lead in San Antonio to own end-to-end inventory accuracy across raw, packaging, and finished goods. You will design and lead a cycle count program, ensure FIFO/FEFO compliance, and drive root-cause analysis with structured problem-solving methods.

You will manage inbound/outbound transactions, develop SOPs, and deliver regular performance reports to leadership while partnering with warehouse, production, QA, and procurement teams to improve service

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree or CPIM designation preferred.
• 3–5+ years of experience in inventory control, warehouse, or logistics environment.
• Demonstrated experience improving inventory accuracy and driving process improvements.
• Experience in food manufacturing or perishable goods environments strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of ERP/WMS systems and inventory transaction flows.
• Advanced data analysis capability (Excel or equivalent tools).
• Forklift experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end inventory accuracy across all categories (raw, packaging, finished goods).
• Design, implement, and lead the cycle count program, including scheduling, execution, and variance resolution.
• Ensure strict compliance with FIFO/FEFO, Lot control, and traceability requirements.
• Oversee inbound and outbound inventory transactions to ensure accuracy and system integrity.
• Lead root cause analysis of inventory discrepancies using structured problem-solving methods.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions to eliminate recurring issues.
• Identify process gaps across receiving, storage, picking, and shipping and drive improvements.
• Establish and maintain SOPs that reinforce inventory discipline.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of all transactions within ERP/WMS systems.
• Analyze inventory trends, adjustments, and variances to identify systemic issues.
• Develop and deliver daily, weekly, and monthly performance reporting for leadership.
• Drive data transparency to support better operational decision-making.
• Partner with warehouse, production, QA, and procurement teams to resolve inventory-related issues.
• Train and coach team members on inventory control best practices and standards.
• Support audit readiness, including traceability and recall processes.
• Act as the subject matter expert for inventory control within the facility.
• Support warehouse operations during critical periods to ensure continuity and performance.
• Reinforce 5S and workplace organization standards across the facility.

Skills

Inventory control

Data analysis

Problem solving

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree

CPIM designation

Tools

ERP/WMS systems

Excel

Forklift experience

Job description

Fresh Texas is seeking an Inventory Control Lead in San Antonio to own end-to-end inventory accuracy across raw, packaging, and finished goods. You will design and lead a cycle count program, ensure FIFO/FEFO compliance, and drive root-cause analysis with structured problem-solving methods.

You will manage inbound/outbound transactions, develop SOPs, and deliver regular performance reports to leadership while partnering with warehouse, production, QA, and procurement teams to improve service