Inventory Control Lead - Lean, Coaching & Ops

Kenco Group; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Job summary

Kenco Logistics is hiring an Inventory Control Lead in Kansas City to coach and train Inventory Clerks while handling core inventory control tasks. The role emphasizes accuracy, leadership, and collaboration within a fast-paced warehouse environment.

The Lead will participate in cycle counts, root cause analysis, and safety-compliant operations, including forklift responsibilities. A strong grasp of Excel and an inventory system is preferred, with positions requiring a proactive, detail-oriented

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred and be able to pass a background check and drug screen.
• 2-4 years of prior inventory and/or warehouse/distribution operations experience and 6 months related leadership or supervisory experience and/or training in a distribution environment.
• Warehouse Inventory Management System knowledge preferred.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office with emphasis on Excel.
• Attention to detail.
• Must be a licensed forklift operator or be able to obtain a forklift operator license.

Responsibilities

• Assists Supervisor with physical inventories and cycle counts of both inbound and outbound product to ensure inventory accuracy in the network or at a site.
• Supports Supervisor in directing inventory staff in the completion of work. Supports training and adherence to all corporate and site level procedures and policies, and Standard Work as outlined in the Kenco Quality Management System (KQMS) in addition to the Employee Involvement Program, Labor Management, LEAN, and Six Sigma manufacturing processes.
• Ensures operational/customer issues are communicated and met as required.
• Participates in root cause analysis of inventory discrepancies, including research and resolution. Uses various problem-solving tools such as Continuous Improvement and LEAN Six Sigma tools/methodology to determine root cause and resolution.
• Consolidates and reports on quality hold product, if applicable.
• Assists with stow consolidations to create space in the warehouse as needed.
• Safely operates powered industrial equipment to move products or materials for distribution such as clamp/slip sheet equipment, order picker; load, unload, and stores materials/products in designated areas.
• Supports the operation to ensure facility is always inspection-ready for ISO, FDA, and customer needs.
• Reviews and analyzes daily inventory reports.
• Serves as backup to other warehouse roles, as appropriate.
• Assists as needed with inbound and outbound functions.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excel

Forklift operator

Leadership basics

Team coaching

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Warehouse Inventory Management System

Job description

Kenco Logistics is hiring an Inventory Control Lead in Kansas City to coach and train Inventory Clerks while handling core inventory control tasks. The role emphasizes accuracy, leadership, and collaboration within a fast-paced warehouse environment.

The Lead will participate in cycle counts, root cause analysis, and safety-compliant operations, including forklift responsibilities. A strong grasp of Excel and an inventory system is preferred, with positions requiring a proactive, detail-oriented