Inventory Specialist - Parts Authority

Overview

Parts Authority, founded in 1973, is a leading national distributor of automotive replacement parts, tools/equipment and transmissions. Headquartered in Long Island, New York, Parts Authority is rapidly expanding, and today has more than 300 locations servicing customers in Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Washington DC and Wisconsin.

Parts Authority has grown through both organic initiatives and acquisitions. Over the past several years Parts Authority has acquired over a dozen companies as part of its expansion strategy. Parts Authority’s catalog of over 3 million parts covering more than 125 million applications, ensures our customer partners receive the parts they want, when they want them.

What makes Parts Authority different is OUR TEAM. Parts Authority has a team of professionally trained, experienced counter people to assist in finding the right parts and the right brand for each application.

Parts Authority carries the best brands in the business for domestic and import vehicles. AC Delco, Motorcraft, Denso, Bosch, KYB, Monroe, Gates, Dorman and Exide are just a few of the more than 400 suppliers from around the world, that Parts Authority partners with to bring our customer partners the best parts.

Each and every team member plays a vital role in our success. We are rapidly expanding and looking for  an Inventory Specialist to join our family.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Inventory Specialist to join our team. As an Inventory Specialist, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records, managing stock levels, and ensuring timely replenishment of automotive parts for domestic and European vehicles.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate inventory records using inventory management software.
• Monitor stock levels and place orders to replenish inventory as needed.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of automotive parts.
• Perform regular audits of inventory to identify discrepancies and resolve issues promptly.
• Work closely with the purchasing team to forecast inventory needs based on sales trends and seasonality.
• Collaborate with the warehouse team to optimize inventory storage and organization.
• Generate reports on inventory levels, stock movements, and other related metrics.
• Identify opportunities to improve inventory management processes and implement solutions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or certification in inventory management is a plus.
• Proven experience in inventory management, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Familiarity with inventory management software and systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.
• Ability to lift and move heavy items, as needed.
• Knowledge of domestic and European automotive parts is a plus.
• Maintain and promote workplace safety
• Securing and transferring cash or other assets.

Some of the benefits of being a part of our growing Parts Authority family:

• Medical Coverage
• Pharmacy Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Basic Life and AD&D
• Short Term Disability Coverage
• Voluntary Short Term Disability Coverage
• Voluntary Long Term Disability Coverage
• Flexible Spending Account
• Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account
• Health Savings Account
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• ID Theft Insurance
• Legal Plan Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Holidays, Sick and Vacation
• Profit Sharing/401 (k) Plan
• Employee Discounts on Merchandise

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status. “We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.” 

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