Team Lead, Inventory-LBJ FWY

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics; Lancaster (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics is looking for a Team Lead for Inventory in Lancaster, Texas. This full-time role requires overseeing inventory associates, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and operating material handling equipment (MHE). Candidates must have a high school diploma, at least one year of logistics experience, and basic computer skills. Flexible scheduling is important as shifts are Sunday to Thursday, from 10 PM to 7 AM.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in a logistics/distribution environment.
• Able to operate MHE.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and timely completion of tasks.

Responsibilities

• Delegate work to inventory staff and oversee their work.
• Analyze daily cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Basic computer skills

RF scanners

WMS functions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Location

USA – Lancaster, Lyndon B Johnson Fwy

Division

Solutions

Job Posting Title

Team Lead, Inventory-LBJ FWY

Time Type

Full Time

Schedule

Sunday – Thursday 10pm – 7am

Position Summary

The Inventory Lead is responsible for operating MHEs for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking, and counting. Computer data entry is required for receipts, shipments, and inventory maintenance. The Inventory lead is responsible for assisting the supervisor/manager in ensuring the facility is in compliance with quality standards and overseeing the functions of the inventory associates and other such staff. As part of the DSV team, associates are expected to meet company objectives in the areas of performance, safety, and quality and comply with all corporate and site‑specific policies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Delegating work and responsibility to subordinates.
• Oversee scheduled shifts and evaluate the working of inventory staff and subordinates.
• Analyze daily cycle counts and reconcile any discrepancies between physical count and perpetual record.
• Analyze directed cycle counts and reconcile any discrepancies between physical count and perpetual record.
• Audit the daily error report and make corrections as necessary.
• Generate monthly data from WMS reports indicating monthly and year‑to‑date totals of cycle count dollar variances.
• Analyze in/outs transactions on material for validity to the product structure.
• Report miscellaneous receipts and issues and take corrective action as appropriate.
• Distribution leader for Physical Inventory.
• Gain complete knowledge of the online Inventory Audit Trail to facilitate any research toward corrective action.
• Prepare monthly report signifying major problems and updates on projects or assignments.
• Perform other duties as assigned (in transit report, shipping adjustments, etc.).
• Assist with associate relations and training.
• Audit warehouse daily for compliance with safety, security, and quality principles and rules. Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area. Promote safety among the work crew.
• Transmit e‑mails to DSV representatives and clients (when required), write corrective/preventive actions, complete reports for operations manager, follow up with attendance reports, write counseling memos and perform evaluations. All communications must be accurate and professional.
• Assist with conducting daily startup meetings, encouraging associates to provide feedback and work as a team, and help with their development (training), coordinate operations with manager to ensure completion of daily objectives, report and discuss any internal or external issues that involve the operation.
• Provide good communication and motivational techniques and ensure all company rules are followed. Provide management with information regarding labor/equipment needs to meet customer demands. Develop team leaders and ensure that associate expectations are being met.

Other Duties (Site Specific)

• Assist leadership as needed.
• Able to work flexible schedules, including nights and weekends, as required by the operation.
• Able to participate in established cross training matrix activities to improve knowledge in multiple departments and act as a backup associate.
• Work overtime as dictated by business whether mandatory or voluntary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• Must have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 1 year experience working in a logistics/distribution/relevant environment.
• Able to operate MHE.
• Must be able to work in unregulated temperatures within the warehouse during the warmer and colder months ranging from mild to moderate.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations

• Completion of a forklift training program.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Computer Skills

• Basic computer skills.
• RF scanners.
• WMS functions.

Language Skills

• English (reading, writing, verbal).

Mathematical Skills

• Basic to intermediate level to verify quantities of product, count inventory, or perform other duties associated with handling, storing, and distributing client products.

Other

• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and accomplishment of job tasks in a timely manner.
• Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision or guidance.
• Must be able to effectively adapt to change and thrive in a stimulating, fast‑paced work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1‑3 years’ experience working in an inventory department.
• 1‑3 years forklift experience.
• Current or prior MHE certification.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is rarely exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

Information regarding DSV’s benefits offerings, including eligibility, coverage options, and plan details, is available through the DSV Benefits Showcase. Benefits, programs, and eligibility may vary by location and division in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

Equal Employment Opportunity

DSV is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with DSV, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail]. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.