Inventory Lead - New Store Opening

About the Role The Inventory Lead is a specialized retail leadership role responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy, operational excellence, and compliance execution within the store. This position serves as a key partner to store leadership by overseeing critical inventory processes, supporting system integrity, and ensuring inventory controls are consistently executed. The Inventory Lead provides leadership and oversight for back-of-house operations, inventory‑related workflows, receiving activities, and compliance procedures. This role serves as a Manager on Duty (MOD) when assigned and helps ensure operational efficiency while supporting a compliant and audit‑ready environment. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Inventory & Compliance Leadership Oversee daily inventory processes and support inventory accuracy across all product categories. Coordinate receiving, transfers, cycle counts, reconciliations, and inventory movement activities. Monitor inventory‑related procedures to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. Assist with inventory audits and compliance reviews. Maintain organized, secure, and audit‑ready inventory storage areas. Support product lifecycle activities including returns, quarantines, destruction, and other inventory‑related workflows. Operational Oversight Supervise inventory‑related tasks performed by team members and provide coaching as needed. Ensure accurate execution of inventory transactions within company systems and compliance platforms. Identify inventory discrepancies, operational concerns, or process gaps and elevate findings to store leadership. Support inventory investigations and root‑cause identification efforts. Assist with implementation of operational process improvements and best practices. Leadership & Team Development Train and coach team members on inventory procedures, compliance standards, and operational expectations. Support accountability and consistency in inventory‑related execution. Partner with store leadership to maintain operational excellence and system integrity. Serve as Manager on Duty (MOD) when assigned. Assist with daily store operations as business needs require. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications 3+ years of retail inventory, operations, logistics, or leadership experience preferred. Experience managing inventory processes within a regulated or highly controlled environment preferred. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Experience with inventory management systems and reporting tools. Ability to identify process improvement opportunities and operational risks. Cannabis industry experience preferred. Must meet all applicable state requirements for employment within the cannabis industry. Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's or bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, Inventory Management, or a related field preferred. Minimum of 2 years of inventory, operations, logistics, compliance, or retail leadership experience required. Experience overseeing inventory control processes, cycle counts, audits, receiving, transfers, or inventory reconciliation activities preferred. Demonstrated ability to maintain accuracy and operational excellence within a fast‑paced environment. Experience utilizing inventory management systems and maintaining data integrity across operational platforms. Experience in a regulated industry, including cannabis, pharmacy, healthcare, alcohol, gaming, or similar environments preferred. Previous leadership experience supervising, training, or coaching team members preferred. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills with a high attention to detail. Proficiency with inventory systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and reporting tools. Must meet all state requirements and maintain eligibility to work within the cannabis industry. Physical Requirements Ability to stand, walk, and remain active for extended periods of time, up to 8-10 hours per shift. Ability to frequently move throughout stockrooms, vaults, inventory storage areas, and sales floor environments. Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb step stools or ladders, and reach overhead to access inventory and storage locations. Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. Ability to safely move inventory containers, shipments, and operational materials throughout the facility. Ability to perform repetitive inventory counting, sorting, labeling, and data‑entry tasks with a high degree of accuracy. Ability to operate inventory management systems, handheld scanners, computers, and other business technology. Ability to work in varying retail and storage environments, including moderate noise levels and changing operational demands. Ability to travel between store locations or attend training and business meetings as needed. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. We are committed to building a diverse team and an inclusive environment for all. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer; all hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please notify us by replying to your application confirmation email or contacting your recruiter directly. #J-18808-Ljbffr