Inventory Team Lead — Fast-Paced Ops & Coaching

Fresh Express Salads; Streamwood (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresh Express Salads is seeking an Inventory Lead to coordinate shift activities, coach associates, and ensure accurate inventory postings in a fast paced environment in Streamwood, IL. The role partners with departments to optimize material flow and maintain safety and cleanliness standards on the warehouse floor.

Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of related experience, a High School diploma, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and AS 400/ PRMS.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of related experience preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the effective and efficient completion of shift duties in all areas assigned by the Supervisor.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure efficient material flow.
• Provide verbal coaching to associates to address performance issues.
• Report operational and behavioral challenges to Supervisor in a timely manner.
• Access, interpret and apply all systems reporting information for the work area.
• Provide training to Inventory associates on SOPs and procedures, and ensure proper documentation.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and address unsafe conditions.
• Ensure breaks and shifts end on time; manage daily warehouse postings.
• Coordinate cycle counting and verify high value items daily.
• Coach and lead teams to improve Inventory practices and research variances.
• Adhere to policies, procedures, and FE policies; report inventory levels to prevent shortages or surpluses.
• Foster a positive and innovative work environment and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

AS 400/ PRMS

Job description

Fresh Express Salads is seeking an Inventory Lead to coordinate shift activities, coach associates, and ensure accurate inventory postings in a fast paced environment in Streamwood, IL. The role partners with departments to optimize material flow and maintain safety and cleanliness standards on the warehouse floor.

Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of related experience, a High School diploma, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and AS 400/ PRMS.