Automotive Parts Inventory Specialist - Elevate Parts Ops

Placements24; Waukee (IA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 14,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Employee discounts on parts and servv

Training and development

Stable work environment

Cape Winelands region location

Job summary

A busy automotive dealership in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking a meticulous Automotive Parts Inventory Specialist to manage the parts department. You will receive, stock, organize, and track a wide variety of parts and accessories, while performing cycle counts and ensuring accurate records in the dealership management system (DMS).

Ideal candidates have experience in automotive parts inventory, strong numerical abilities, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach.

Qualifications

• Experience in inventory management, preferably in automotive parts.
• Solid understanding of inventory control, stock rotation, and forecasting.
• Proficiency with dealership management systems (DMS) or similar software.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with high accuracy.
• Strong numerical and analytical abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A valid driver's license is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and count incoming parts shipments against purchase orders.
• Stock parts in designated locations and maintain organization.
• Perform cycle counts and full inventories to ensure accuracy.
• Update inventory records in the DMS promptly and accurately.
• Monitor stock levels and address slow-moving or obsolete items.
• Assist service advisors and technicians in locating parts.
• Process parts returns and manage warranty dispositions.
• Maintain a clean, safe parts storage area following regulations.
• Identify opportunities to improve inventory processes and reduce costs.
• Generate inventory reports as required by management.

Skills

Inventory management

Automotive parts knowledge

DMS software

Numerical analysis

Organizational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Driver's license

Tools

DMS software

Job description

A busy automotive dealership in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking a meticulous Automotive Parts Inventory Specialist to manage the parts department. You will receive, stock, organize, and track a wide variety of parts and accessories, while performing cycle counts and ensuring accurate records in the dealership management system (DMS).

Ideal candidates have experience in automotive parts inventory, strong numerical abilities, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach.