Inventory Control Group Lead - 1st Shift

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CVS Health

Compensation

$17 - $31.3/hr

TX - Houston

On-site

Posted March 25, 2026

Job Description

We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.

Position Summary

The Inventory Control Group Lead supports daily Inventory Control operations within the Distribution Center and reports directly to the Inventory Control Supervisor. This role functions as a working lead, providing day to day guidance to associates, reinforcing inventory accuracy, safety, and compliance standards, and supporting execution of operational priorities.

Key Responsibilities

Support daily Inventory Control functions including cycle counting, slotting, inventory accuracy, root cause analysis, and Golden Zone execution

Provide on-floor guidance to associates to ensure tasks are completed accurately, safely, and on time

Reinforce compliance with CVS standard operating procedures regarding safety, quality, and inventory control standards

Assist with training, onboarding support, and work assignments as directed by the Inventory Control Supervisor

Identify and escalate inventory discrepancies, safety concerns, and process issues

Support 5S, cleanliness, and lean practices within assigned areas

Assist with audits, data collection, and basic reporting

Collaborate with other DC departments to support balanced workflow and daily operational targets

Key Qualifications

Required

1–2 years of Inventory Control experience in a distribution center or warehouse environment

Handson experience with cycle counting, inventory accuracy, or slotting processes

Basic working knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Ability to lead by example and provide guidance to peers

Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standard operating procedures

Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word

Ability to work in a fast paced, metrics driven environment

Preferred

Prior experience as a lead, trainer, or acting supervisor

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Exposure to the 5 S’s of lean (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain)

Education

High School Diploma or GED required

Anticipated Weekly Hours

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$17.00 - $31.30

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.

Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

Great benefits for great people

We take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits – investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:

Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan.
No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.

For more information, visit https://jobs.cvshealth.com/us/en/benefits