Lead, Inventory 2nd Shift

sandvik; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Sandvik Parts and Services is seeking an Inventory Lead for the 2nd shift in the United States. The role focuses on leading inventory accuracy, auditing cycle counts, and coordinating cross-functional actions to implement approved changes.

Requirements include 3–6 years in warehousing, forklift certification within 30 days, and strong Excel and communication skills. Base salary ranges from $22.00 to $24.00 per hour, with competitive benefits and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary training in business or supply chain is a plus.
• 3-6 years warehousing/inventory experience; forklift-certification or training within 30 days of employment.
• Proficiency with warehouse systems (Blue Yonder/SAP) and strong Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct, coordinate, and assist in physical inventory, including audits and cycle counts.
• Maintain records of audits, counts, and adjustments; confirm completion of cycle count activity daily.
• Troubleshoot inventory issues, analyze discrepancies, and process adjustments to match physical movement.

Skills

Decision making

Written communication

Verbal communication

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary education in business or supply chain

Tools

Blue Yonder

SAP

Excel

Job description

Sandvik Parts and Services , the leading global supplier of equipment and tools, service and technical solutions for the mining industry, currently has 1 opening for Inventory Lead on our 2nd shift starting at 2:30PM.

Main Responsibilities

• Direct, coordinate and assist in physical inventory, including auditing and monitoring cycle counts
• Maintain accurate records of all audits, counts, and adjustments. Confirm completion of cycle count activity daily
• Trouble shoot and analyze inventory issues/discrepancies and process accurate inventory adjustments to match physical inventory movement and analyze results of counts to initiate permanent corrective actions
• Ensure that all operational reporting is completed and made available via applicable Sandvik systems. This includes but is not limited to LPS, unconfirmed and nil picks reporting.
• Drives and partners with cross-functional teams to develop and implement approved changes
• Monitors and directs the work of others
• Makes decisions and communicates work practices, procedures, and methods to associates as required
• Warehouse administration and housekeeping
• Other duties as assigned
• Leads task teams
• Leads small task teams in the warehouse to achieve the daily outcomes required. This includes:
• Allocation of responsibilities to individual team members
• Provision of backup support to all team members as required
• Provision of on the job coaching and guidance as and when necessary
• Answering technical queries of team members as required

Experience

• 3-6 years warehousing and inventory experience. Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.
• Working knowledge of warehouse management system (preferably Blue Yonder or SAP) or plant systems, processes and procedures.
• Strong Excel and decision making skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to communicate with associates/customers.
• Ability to work specific shift, knowledge of commonly-used concepts', practices and procedures, read, understand and follow directions/instructions/work procedures/safety rules, operate various office equipment as needed, perform simple math calculations, operate basic document and spreadsheet software.
• High School or equivalent experience. Post-secondary education/training in business or supply chain discipline would be of advantage.
• English Proficiency: Intermediate (CEFR B1/ Completed EF level 6)

Sandvik offers a comprehensive total compensation package including a competitive package of health, dental and disability insurance, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan. In addition, we provide opportunities for professional competence development and training, as well as opportunities for career advancement.

In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share the base salary range for this position is $ 22.00-24.00 exclusive of fringe benefits and shift differentials.

Sandvik is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Any applicant who, because of a disability, needs accommodation or assistance in completing an application or at any time during the application process should contact Human Resources at [e-mail]. Sandvik also provides reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities consistent with its obligations under the law.