Inventory Lead - 1st Shift

Hungry for a career that's as rewarding as it is delicious?

At Aspire Bakeries, we don't just bake breads, cookies, and cakes - we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery artisan breads to Otis Spunkmeyer cookies, our products are enjoyed by millions of people every day. And behind every bite are talented manufacturing and support teams who take pride in their work and our food.

We're looking for hard-working people who will bring integrity, creativity, and a passion for excellence to everything they do - whether that's on the bakery floor, in the office, or supporting customers. In return, we offer a workplace culture built on care, ownership, and growth - where your contributions matter and your career can rise as high as our bread loaves!

With 13 commercial bakeries across North America and a reputation as an industry leader, Aspire Bakeries is rising together with our people and our customers to be the best all-around bakery solution. If you're ready to grow with us, we'd love to hear from you.

Why You'll Love Working At Aspire Bakeries

• Culture - Our culture thrives on collaboration, diversity, and a shared passion for excellence. We support team members, empower growth, and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Health & Wellness - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-paid life insurance and additional voluntary options to fit your needs.
• Work-Life Balance - Paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and holidays so you can recharge and spend time on what matters most.
• Financial Security - Competitive retirement plans, plus short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Growth & Development - Opportunities to build skills, grow your career, and develop expertise through Aspire Bakeries' learning and development programs.
• Flexibility & Support - HSA and FSA plans to help you manage everyday expenses.
• Recognition & Rewards - Performance incentive plans that celebrate achievements across sales, bakery performance, and individual contributions.

About the Role

We are seeking an Inventory Lead to join our team at our Cayce, SC bakery. As an Inventory Lead, you will be accountable for ensuring accurate inventory management, coordinating cycle counts, supporting receiving and outbound shipments, and directing team members on proper material handling, storage, and FEFO compliance. Your work ensures materials flow efficiently and accurately to support uninterrupted production.

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: 1st
• Hours: 6AM - 2:30PM
• Weekend availability: Required

Core Accountabilities (What You'll Be Doing)

• Lead daily inventory activities including cycle counts, auditing, and FEFOdriven material staging
• Train incoming employees in shipping, receiving, cycle counting, and warehouse documentation processes
• Oversee material movements to ensure accuracy between physical inventory and SAP system entries
• Support receiving, outbound shipments, and warehouse organization to maintain production readiness
• Monitor warehouse conditions, including temperature checks, storage integrity, and allergen segregation
• Operate forklifts and materialhandling equipment safely to support loading, staging, and storage
• Maintain warehouse cleanliness, labeling accuracy, and compliance with safety and quality standards

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• High school diploma or GED
• At least 1 year of SAP experience in a manufacturing environment
• At least 1 year of inventory or cyclecounting experience in a fastpaced manufacturing setting
• At least 1 year of forklift experience (sitdown and deepreach)
• Ability to perform physical warehouse tasks, including lifting and operating equipment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate inventory documentation

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• Experience in food manufacturing or warehouse operations
• Strong understanding of FEFO, allergen management, and materialhandling best practices
• Experience training or onboarding warehouse employees
• Strong communication skills and comfort working crossfunctionally

Aspire Bakeries is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.