Warehouse Processing Team Lead

At AKIRA, we believe in breaking down the barriers of the traditional retail experience and embracing the individuality of both our team and our clients. We’re on the lookout for extraordinary individuals who thrive on creativity, innovation, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

Join our team and become part of a culture that values diversity, fosters personal growth, and encourages out-of-the-box thinking.

AKIRA Processing Team Lead

In 2002, AKIRA opened the doors to its first women's clothing boutique in Chicago. Since then, the company has extended its reach to 40+ stores across the United States, as well as a thriving eCommerce business (shopAKIRA.com). AKIRA is extremely well-poised for sustained growth as we continue to build a nationally recognized brand.

AKIRA's culture has one very large, distinct difference from other high fashion competitors: Other-Worldly Customer Service and Fanatical, Obsessive Attention to the consumer's needs and desires. The core principle for all employees at AKIRA is to Act and Think Like an Owner, and this belief can be reflected across all areas of the company.

The Position: Processing Team Lead

Job Location: Bolingbrook, IL

Schedule

Monday- Friday, 8AM to 4:30PM

Starting Pay: $20.00 an hour

Essential Functions:

• Supervising and leading the processing team; responsible for supporting a team of processing personnel, providing guidance, and overseeing their daily activities in a professional and respectful manner.

• Coordinating processing activities: coordinates the processing of merchandise in accordance with established procedures and timeliness. This includes sorting, security tagging, VAS/QC, and preparing products for storage or shipment.

• Ensuring accuracy and quality control: ensures that all processing activities are conducted with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. This includes verifying product information, checking for damages or defects, and maintaining established quality standards.

• Managing inventory: team lead is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records and managing the movement of products within the distribution center. This includes consistent system checks utilizing warehouse management systems (WMS), reconciling discrepancies, and ensuring proper storage and organization of merchandise.

• Training and development: taking a lead on training new team members on processing procedures, safety protocols, and company policies. They also provide ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance the skills and knowledge of the team.

• Collaborating with other departments: processing team lead works closely with other departments, such as receiving, shipping, and fulfillment, to ensure smooth coordination of processing activities. This includes communicating with stakeholders (buying and allocation team), resolving issues, and facilitating the flow of information and product between departments.

• Ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements: The team lead is responsible for ensuring that all processing activities are conducted in compliance with safety regulations and company policies. This included promoting a safe work environment, identifying and addressing potential hazards, and implementing appropriate safety measures.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience supervising teams, providing direction, coaching, and performance management

• Safely operate in a warehouse environment, solid understanding of safety regulations

• Able to push, pull, lift 50 lbs continuously throughout the shift

• Stand/walk 10 hours a day

• Work efficiently as part of a team

• Be able to receive and give feedback effectively

• Working knowledge of computer programs for entering data

• Basic math and recording abilities

The Ideal Candidate Has/Is:

• Strong leadership skills

• Excellent organizational skills, keen eye for detail

• Great communication and interpersonal abilities

• Self-motivated with the ability to work in a team environment

Benefits and Perks:
AKIRA offers competitive benefits for full-time employees, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurance, Life, LTD, FSA/HSA/Dependent Care FSA, Flex Transit (CTA), 401(k), and a generous employee discount. We’re committed to internal growth, providing meaningful development and career advancement opportunities.

Job Type: Full-Time

We are committed to fair and transparent compensation practices. Compensation for this position will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. Additional compensation and benefits may also apply and will be discussed during the hiring process.

We may utilize AI-assisted and automated tools as part of the recruiting and hiring process. All employment decisions are made in compliance with applicable laws and without discrimination.