Inventory Team Leader

We're seeking an energetic, people-focused Inventory Team Leader to orchestrate our warehouse operations. This is not your typical warehouse position with automated systems and robotic processes. Instead, you'll lead a passionate team of creative professionals who handle unique decor items with care and precision. Every day brings different challenges as you coordinate the flow of distinctive inventory for various events—from elegant weddings to corporate galas. You'll be a key player in our mission to create memorable events while maintaining the integrity of our inventory through careful handling and meticulous organization.

We create magical experiences through our extensive inventory of event decor and rental items. Our team works collaboratively to transform our clients' visions into reality, handling everything from vintage furniture to delicate tableware, custom decor pieces to lighting installations. Based in Minnesota, we serve events throughout the region with our unique collection of items. As a hands-on company, we value craftsmanship, attention to detail, and the human touch in everything we do.

The Role

We're seeking an energetic, people-focused Inventory Team Leader to orchestrate our warehouse operations. This is not your typical warehouse position with automated systems and robotic processes. Instead, you'll lead a passionate team of creative professionals who handle unique decor items with care and precision. Every day brings different challenges as you coordinate the flow of distinctive inventory for various events—from elegant weddings to corporate galas. You'll be a key player in our mission to create memorable events while maintaining the integrity of our inventory through careful handling and meticulous organization.

What You'll Do

• Lead and Inspire: Directly manage a team of inventory specialists, fostering a collaborative environment where everyone contributes to our success
• Coordinate the Dance: Orchestrate the pulling, prepping, and post-event check-in processes for inventory items, ensuring everything moves efficiently between our warehouse and event venues
• Quality Assurance: Implement and maintain quality control procedures that ensure all items leave our warehouse in perfect condition and return properly accounted for
• Hands-On Management: Work alongside your team during busy periods, demonstrating techniques and setting the standard for careful handling of our unique inventory
• Problem Solving: Use creative thinking (not automated systems) to optimize storage layouts, develop efficient workflows, and resolve inventory discrepancies
• Client Connection: Build positive relationships with venue partners and facility managers to ensure smooth operations during setup and teardown
• Environment Management: Maintain a clear and organized work environment that allows for efficient inventory management
• Team Development: Identify educational opportunities for your team to grow their skills and knowledge in the event industry

General Qualifications

• Dependability and punctuality – you show up on time, ready to work
• Care and respect for company inventory and devices
• Comfort with technology and willingness to learn new systems quickly
• Physical requirements:
• Ability to stand, stoop, and bend at the waist and knees for extended periods
• Ability to lift, push or pull up to 50lbs regularly throughout the shift
• Required to stand and walk for extended periods, often 8 hours per day
• Work involves frequent bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, and kneeling
• Manual dexterity for handling delicate décor items and equipment
• Ability to maintain balance while carrying items
• May require working at heights on secure ladders or lifts
• Environmental adaptability:
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in all Minnesota weather conditions year-round (extreme heat, cold, rain, snow)
• Adaptation to variable temperatures between indoor and outdoor environments
• Ability to safely navigate various terrain including stairs, ramps, unpaved surfaces, and uneven ground
• Comfort working in typical event environments (dust, pollen, airborne particles, cleaning solutions, variable noise/lighting)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to resolve conflicts and foster collaboration
• History of building positive relationships with venue partners and facility managers
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and efficiency
• Ability to conserve and protect company assets
• Commitment to maintaining a clear and organized work environment
• Willingness to take on additional duties and educational opportunities, as assigned

Desired Qualifications

• Event management or production experience in event decor, event rental, event tenting, AV, convention services, or related fields
• Strong leadership skills – problem solver, takes ownership, efficient, task/detail-oriented
• Autonomous work style with solid decision-making capabilities
• Keen eye for detail and design with ability to pivot based on overall look and feel of events
• Quick learner who retains vital information
• Passion for helping elevate a company to the next level
• Excellent customer service orientation
• Flexibility and enthusiasm for the event industry
• Basic knowledge of Google Workspace (Google docs, sheets, and email)
• Understanding and excitement surrounding small business culture

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Be part of creating memorable moments in people's lives
• Work with beautiful, unique items in a creative environment
• Develop leadership skills in a company that values the human element
• Enjoy a varied workday that engages both your mind and hands
• Collaborate with artistic professionals who appreciate quality and craftsmanship
• Opportunity to occasionally attend events and see how your behind-the-scenes work transforms spaces

Hours & Compensation

• Full-time position with some weekend flexibility required during peak event season
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health benefits, paid time off, and event industry perks

Join our team and lead the human-powered engine that makes our event magic possible. We're looking for someone who appreciates the value of careful hands and attentive eyes over scanners and automation—someone who understands that the best inventory systems combine thoughtful processes with personal accountability.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• What is you ideal salary range for this position

Ability to Commute:

• Hopkins, MN 55343 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Hopkins, MN 55343: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person