Inventory Control Lead (1st Shift)
Cart.com
Job Description:
So, you’ve heard about being #addedtocart
At Cart.com, our mantra is “Be Brand Obsessed”. Why? Because we know that our lives are shaped by the brands we interact with daily. As a new disruptor in e-commerce, Cart.com’s mission is to not only help brands scale seamlessly, but also build a deeper connection with their customers. We obsess over the brands we serve and the things they care about, and that passion is what drives us to provide a consumer experience like no other.
Since our founding in 2020, Cart.com’s one-of-a-kind e-commerce platform has quickly redefined how brands operate online. With our end-to-end world-class tools and services, we empower brands to manage their stores, find more customers, and deliver their products in one seamless experience. It is our mission to give brands the same capabilities as the world's largest retailers so they can do more of what they love—getting their great products into the hands of amazing customers.
We are always looking for entrepreneurial, innovative and determined humans who are eager to creatively transform the e-commerce space. Sound like you? Come hop on the brandwagon and discover what Cart.com is all about.
Cart.com is building a community that is committed to living out these 6 core values:
WE ARE OBSESSED WITH BRANDS: We live for brands and are fanatical about their success.
WE THINK BEYOND THE BOX: We explore new ideas and discover creative solutions. We think openly about how to serve brands and solve problems.
WE DON'T GIVE UP: No one expected this to be easy. We are resilient— we dig in and keep going.
WE SPEAK UP: Every person here has an obligation to question norms, voice concerns, and offer their perspective.
WE WORK TOGETHER: We work with integrity and respect, ask for help, and extend the same help to others.
WE ARE HUMAN: Our people are our biggest strength. We have fun and make real connections with one another and with the brands we serve.
The Role:
As an Inventory Control Lead, you are crucial to the success of the Fulfillment Center. The Inventory Lead role leads the team in executing job functions correctly, meeting performance and accuracy requirements and removing obstacles. Leads set the pace for the work, actively working with each team member to achieve individual and team success. The IC Lead works to uphold the standards of quality assurance and accuracy throughout all processes.
What You’ll Do:
Lead, train, and supervise employees in your area to ensure quality and accuracy while upholding the standards of Cart.com in all inventory processes
Interact and communicate with individuals across various departments in the organization to resolve root causes
Ensure inventory accuracy throughout the receiving, put away, and returns processes
Arrive before shift’s start time to prep for distribution of workload
Work in conjunction with management team to foster a team environment and help with ensuring the overall success of Cart.com
Ensure all break and lunch periods are taken at prescribed times
Ensure all employees punch in and out at the prescribed times
Ensure all company house rules, safety practices, sanitation practices, and company ethics are always followed
Who You Are:
Able to work independently and in a team environment
Ability to read and utilize matching skills and comprehend department/product documentation
Good verbal and written communication skills
Basic computer, data entry, and analysis skills
Ability to operate computer systems with minimal direction after receiving training
Ability to research defects and issues to determine root causes and drivers of those defects
Ability to meet established standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis
Ability to read, interpret, and effectively communicate necessary policies and procedures to others
Ability to provide feedback and develop team
Strong analytical, operational research, root cause, and problem-solving skills
What You’ve Done:
Previous WMS training
Proven ability to motivate teams and manage conflict
6+ Months Previous Inventory Control experience
6+ Months Previous warehouse lead experience
Physical Demands & Working Conditions:
Able to withstand constant physical activity (standing, walking, bending, stooping over, reaching, etc.).
Able to be on your feet all day
Able to lift and carry up to 45 lbs. on occasion (document boxes, files, binders, and other items)
Able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time
Able to work overtime
Constant exposure to adverse conditions such as dust, noise, fumes, weather, poor lighting, or heavy machinery/equipment
Cart.com is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.