Are you a hands-on leader with a passion for logistics, inventory accuracy, and smooth production flow? Do you thrive in a warehouse setting, juggling inventory oversight, team support, and cross-department collaboration? If you're someone who enjoys making systems more efficient, solving problems on the fly, and helping a team hit their goals, the Materials Lead position at Boundless may be your next great opportunity.

About the opportunity

Boundless is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Materials Lead to guide the materials operations of our Fairfield, OH warehouse. This is a critical role supporting a recently acquired workgroup, blending leadership responsibilities with daily hands-on tasks to ensure accurate inventory, timely order fulfillment, and alignment with production schedules.

The Materials Lead will serve as a key point of coordination between warehouse associates, production teams, and purchasing, with a focus on inventory control, material flow, and continuous improvement. You’ll lead a small team while managing day-to-day warehouse operations—ensuring that the right materials are in the right place at the right time.

Key Responsibilities

1. Inventory Management:

• Oversee all inventory-related activities, including cycle counts, adjustments, and materials tracking.
• Ensure inventory accuracy through physical counts and system reconciliation.
• Monitor stock levels and report shortages or overages.

2. Production & Order Fulfillment Support:

• Coordinate the picking and staging of materials in line with production and order schedules.
• Communicate proactively with internal teams to ensure materials are available when needed.
• Troubleshoot material shortages and flow issues.

3. Team Leadership & Training:

• Supervise and support warehouse associates, offering training, direction, and coaching.
• Delegate tasks and promote a culture of accountability and safety.
• Participate in team meetings and daily planning to align on goals.

4. Quality Control:

• Ensure materials meet quality standards and specifications before shipment or use in production.
• Implement checks to catch errors early and resolve discrepancies quickly.

5. Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Serve as liaison between the warehouse, purchasing, and production teams.
• Provide input into purchasing decisions based on inventory usage and demand forecasting.

6. Safety & Cleanliness:

• Maintain a safe work environment by enforcing proper use of PPE and adherence to protocols.
• Participate in warehouse cleaning and safety audits.

7. Process Improvement & Documentation:

• Identify opportunities to streamline material handling and inventory processes.
• Keep detailed and organized records of materials received, used, and stored.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional logistics or supply chain coursework a plus
• 2+ years of warehouse or inventory experience, with leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred
• Experience using inventory management software and warehouse systems
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail]
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet for extended periods
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
• Forklift certification is a plus

Working Conditions

• Role requires physical activity including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods
• Shift is M-F, 8a - 4:30p but may involve earlier mornings, occasional evenings, weekends, or holidays depending on shipping needs
  
• Climate-controlled and non-climate-controlled environments

At Boundless, we celebrate individuality, inclusivity, and opportunity. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourage candidates from all walks of life to apply.

About Boundless Network:

It’s an exciting time of growth and development at Boundless, as we are acquiring other like-minded branded merchandise distributors while remaining steadfast in our commitment to providing excellent customer and employee service on an evolving technology stack. We are proud of our enviable culture built on strong core values, a pioneering mindset, a people-first mentality, and a fun yet high-achieving work environment that celebrates each other’s wins. We also offer full comprehensive health care benefits, paid vacation, and matching 401k.

Boundless has been recognized in:

- Inc. 5000’s List of America’s Fastest Growing Companies

- 2023 PPAI Best Places to Work

- Top 20 ASI and PPAI Distributor

At Boundless, we believe in being intentional with everything we do. As a leading B2B promotional products distributor, we provide clients with brand-building services that unlock creativity and collaboration, drive impressions, and build lasting connections with their audience through purposeful, product-driven campaigns. Our solutions-oriented approach combines people, branded product, and a flexible tech platform to inspire and amplify the identity and goals of each unique brand—from SMBs to larger enterprise organizations. In addition to our national network of sales professionals and product experts, our modern agency-level approach also includes tailored ecommerce solutions, warehousing, value-add creative services, kitting and fulfillment services for the celebrated brands that we work with.

Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, Boundless has a proud history of creating Brand Love moments through endless product access, technical and creative innovation, completely custom merchandise, and dedicated service from first concept to final delivery. We strive to provide modern, technologically seamless solutions for product sourcing, marketing, ecommerce, and order delivery.