What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory Lead position at Ryder?
Position Description
The purpose of this position is to oversee the daily operation of assigned warehouse inventory function/department(s) to ensure compliance with Ryder policies and procedures through safely verifying product quantity, quality, and efficiency. This position is responsible for conducting cycle counts and audits, assisting in researching and reconciling inventory discrepancies and assisting the Inventory Supervisor in any inventory related functions. Product counts will be pallets, cases, and pieces of medical supplies. Successful candidate will have working knowledge of warehouse management inventory system(s) and be proficient in Microsoft Excel. Prior Scale experience is a bonus. May be required to operate equipment such as forklift or order picker and may be required to be equipment certified.Previous cycle counting and/or inventory management required.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Three to five years of related warehouse and/or powered industrial lift experience required
- Previous experience as team lead preferred
- Microsoft office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, etc.) experience preferred
- Ability to read, do basic mathematics, understand and respond to written and verbal instructions in English for the purposes of safety, work instructions, policies, etc.
- Ability to input data into computer utilizing WMS systems
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and the ability to input data into computer system
- Work overtime as assigned.
Responsibilities
- Lead assigned personnel on shift to meet productivity and efficiency targets
- Conduct accuracy/quality audits by verifying product quantity/quality
- Complete tasks as assigned and resolve day to day problems
- Perform computer system input
- Train and cross-train new employees in various job functions
- Perform and support all job requirements as directed by supervisor and/or manager
- Assist with daily shift-start meetings
- Operate fork-lift equipment or other warehouse machinery
- Other duties as assigned
Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
