Inventory Lead (Cannabis)

Baked Bros; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 33,062 - 44,083; Full time

Job summary

Baked Bros is seeking an Inventory Lead to maintain accurate, compliant inventory control across the cannabis product lifecycle. You will oversee daily operations, support the Inventory & Purchasing Manager, and coordinate with production, packaging, distribution, and sales teams in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Attention to detail and the stamina to stand, lift up to 50 lbs, bend, squat, and reach are required for this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or higher preferred.
• Proven experience in inventory management, preferably in the cannabis industry.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Knowledge of state regulations related to inventory management.
• Familiarity with inventory management software and Google Drive applications.
• Ability to communicate effectively across multiple departments.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily inventory operations and ensure accurate labeling and storage.
• Support real-time inventory accuracy in Flourish and other systems; perform cycle counts and EOM counts.
• Reconcile variances and adjust records as needed.
• Manage finished goods inputs and verify counts against BTS.
• Track raw materials, packaging, and consumables from intake to consumption.
• Communicate expiring or short‑dated products to managers.
• Oversee handoff of inventory to production and packaging teams with proper documentation.
• Maintain proper storage and documentation for active ingredients, homogenization, and dosing.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Cross‑functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher preferred

Tools

Inventory management software

Google Drive applications

Job description

THIS POSITION IS FOR YOU IF:

• You rarely call out, especially if it affects your team negatively.
• Change, progress, and big goals don't scare you.
• You like respectful debate and candid feedback.
• You don't have trouble speaking your mind and challenging others.
• You never avoid taking ownership and responsibility, preferring to blame circumstances or others when things don’t go as planned.

As an Inventory Lead at Baked Bros™, you are responsible for maintaining accurate, compliant, and efficient inventory control throughout the cannabis product lifecycle. This role executes daily inventory operations, supports the Inventory & Purchasing Manager, and ensures seamless coordination between production, packaging, distribution, and sales teams. The Inventory Lead upholds strict adherence to state regulations, internal SOPs, and inventory best practices in a fast-paced, regulated environment. Attention to detail is required, and you have the stamina to stand/sit for extended periods of time, lift up to 50 lbs, bend, squat, and reach.

This is a full-time position.

The position starts at $24K per hour, Monday through Friday, 6am - 3pm.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Inventory Management:

• Oversee daily inventory operations, including receiving, intake, storage, and movement of raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods, ensuring all items are accurately labeled and stored.
• Support the Inventory Manager to maintain real‑time inventory accuracy in Flourish and other tracking systems (e.g., Google Sheets), conducting routine cycle counts, mid‑month, and end‑of‑month (EOM) physical counts.
• Assist to reconcile variances and adjust records as needed.
• Manage and organize inputs to the finished goods inventory. Verify counts against the Batch Tracking Sheets (BTS)
• Track raw materials, packaging and consumables from intake through consumption.
• Communicate expiring or short‑dated products to the Inventory & Purchasing Manager and Distribution Manager.
• Oversee the handoff of inventoried items to production and packaging teams, and ensure proper documentation is maintained throughout.
• Maintain proper storage and accurate accounting of all active ingredients. Ensure proper handoff and documentation is maintained for homogenization and dosing.

Materials Intake (Receiving):

• Ensure all inbound materials are matched to corresponding purchase orders and that all documentation is provided and organized properly.
• Accurately record quantities, batch/lot numbers, expiration dates, and supplier details.
• Label received materials clearly and accurately with dates, lot numbers, and storage instructions.
• Ensure all materials are properly moved to designated storage locations.
• Inspect shipments for damage, contamination or discrepancies and document them per the Receiving SOP. Escalate deviations such as shortages or damaged goods to the Inventory Manager immediately.

Sales Orders Support:

• Confirm accurate finished goods counts and organization of inventory post daily order fulfillment. Communicate any discrepancies to the Inventory Manager and Distribution Manager.
• Partner with the Inventory Manager and Distribution Manager to coordinate any order adjustments (e.g. label adjustments, quantity adjustments, etc) as needed.
• Manage recall and return processes to ensure quick identification and resolution of affected products.

Communication & Reporting:

• Ensure strict inventory compliance with AZ state regulations is maintained at all times.
• Support internal and regulatory audits. Assist the Inventory Manager to ensure audit‑ready records are maintained and available as needed.
• Communicate cross‑departmentally with accounting, production and packaging departments.

VITAL FUNCTIONS

• Inventory Control
• Inbound Receiving Management
• Communication Efficiency

SUCCESS PROFILE

• Collaborates
• Directs Work
• Drives Engagement
• Organizational Savvy
• Plans and Aligns
• Optimizes Work Processes
• Nimble Learning

KPIs

• Maintain par‑level inventories across all Raw Materials & Packaging within +/- 5%
• Achieve 100% on all state inventory audits with zero regulatory deficiencies
• Maintain > 97% accuracy match between physical and systems inventory for Finished Goods and Raw Materials

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or higher preferred.
• Proven experience in inventory management, preferably in the cannabis industry.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Knowledge of state regulations related to inventory management.
• Familiarity with inventory management software and Google Drive Application Suite.
• Ability to communicate effectively across multiple departments.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to adapt to changing environments.
• Proficiency with basic computer tools for label printing, data entry, and tracking.