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Inventory Control - Team Lead

Somerset, NJ, US

On-Site

Reporting to the Somerset Logistics Manager, this position is a “hands-on” Team Leader responsible for coordinating and leading warehouse and receiving activities, including the proper receiving and sampling of all incoming raw materials and packaging in accordance with Agilex policies and procedures.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Your key responsibilities

+ Coordinate the workflow of the Receiving Department, including prioritization of activities and distributing work to assigned personnel.

+ Perform all Receiving functions, including checking deliveries for correct items/count/weight, sampling incoming raw materials, and reporting discrepancies or damages.

+ Maintain the warehouse in a neat and orderly manner, ensuring quarantined materials are properly segregated and storing approved raw materials correctly.

+ Communicate and coordinate between departments to resolve PO discrepancies and ensure safe handling and storage of products.

+ Perform daily maintenance checks on material handling equipment and ensure proper working condition.

+ Support the Logistics Manager in ensuring overall safety and environmental compliance on the Receiving floor, including direct supervision during hazardous duties and adherence to safety practices.

We bring

+ A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally;

+ The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose;

+ Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity;

+ A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things;

+ An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future.

+ We offer competitive pay, career growth opportunities, and outstanding benefit programs.

You bring

+ High School or equivalent.

+ Experience in handling hazardous materials (HAZMAT) and familiarity with HAZMAT regulations.

+ Three to five years of related warehouse and/or powered industrial lift experience required

+ Previous experience as team lead preferred

+ Basic computer skills

+ Preferably, knowledge of SAP

+ Understands OSHA and other safety/regulatory requirements, chemical safety

+ Work as a team; follow instructions; works without supervision

+ Ability to lift heavy materials up to 60 lbs.

The hourly rate provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location. Hourly Rate: $35-$39

In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

DEI Statement & Equal Opportunity Commitment

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.