Inventory Lead

About Second Life Mac

Second Life Mac (SLM) is the industry leader in Apple device buybacks and refurbishment for schools and businesses. We purchase used Apple devices, refurbish them at our Skokie production facility, and give them a second life by reselling them to consumers. Our mission is to maximize the value of technology while helping our team members maximize their potential.

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We’re looking for an Inventory Lead to oversee daily inventory operations and lead a small team within our warehouse and refurbishment facility. This role is responsible for ensuring inventory is accurately moved, stored, counted, and available to support production while maintaining high levels of inventory accuracy and efficiency.

• Lead, coach, and support a small team of Inventory Team Members.
• Ensure inventory is properly routed, moved, and put away as devices exit production.
• Coordinate daily inventory movements, cycle counts, and put‑away activities.
• Maintain organized storage locations and ensure adequate space for incoming inventory.
• Manage accessory inventory and communicate replenishment needs to Purchasing.
• Monitor inventory accuracy, investigate discrepancies, and support corrective actions.
• Publish daily and weekly inventory performance metrics.
• Partner with Production, Purchasing, and Operations teams to ensure smooth inventory flow.

• Experience in inventory, warehouse, or logistics operations, preferably in a Lead or Team Lead role.
• Experience with cycle counting, inventory movement, and put‑away processes.
• Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Inventory Management Systems, ERP software, or similar platforms.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to lead a team in a fast‑paced warehouse environment.
• Forklift and pallet jack experience preferred.
• 1–3 years of warehouse experience preferred.
• Ability to pass a background check.

• Available Monday through Friday, with flexibility as needed.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and lift up to 75 lbs.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced warehouse environment.
• High attention to detail and commitment to safety and inventory accuracy.

• We are Joy to Work With, bringing positive energy, humility, and respect while communicating openly and supporting one another.
• We Win the Day by taking consistent action and holding a high daily standard, knowing long‑term success is built through steady progress and accountability.
• We operate with a strong Sense of Urgency, acting quickly on what matters, staying organized, and taking ownership without procrastination.
• We are Growth Minded, continuously seeking feedback, learning, and improvement, and embracing the discomfort that comes with getting better.
• We Flow Forward by staying calm, learning from setbacks, and maintaining momentum—focused on progress, not perfection.

Second Life Mac is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate against any applicant or team member on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, age, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, arrest or conviction history (where permitted by law), or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Second Life Mac provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs or practices, and individuals with pregnancy‑related conditions, in accordance with applicable law. Discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any kind are strictly prohibited.