Inventory Control Coordinator (Manheim)

cox; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Cox Automotive USA is seeking a Lot Operations Specialist II in Kent, WA to manage tracker inventory and ensure GPS functionality. You will reconcile billing, coordinate with GCM, and support Lot Vision initiatives.

The role requires a High School Diploma/GED and 3 years in related field, with valid driver's license and strong organizational skills. Candidates should be detail-oriented, able to multi-task, and work a day shift at a Cox location.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required with related field experience.
• May substitute with higher degree/certification in related discipline.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for location tracker inventory and billing reconciliation.
• Manages the retrieval of trackers that require attention (RFA) and determines corrective action.
• Returns defective trackers and ensures UI and billing reflect returns and new orders.
• Monitors vehicle inventory levels and coordinates with Management to manage inventory levels.
• Reviews inventory analytics dashboard and adheres to project metrics.
• Communicates status to Leadership and GCM; identifies opportunities to improve operations.
• Addresses issues to prevent leakage and maintain health tracker inventory.
• Builds relationships with lot operations teams and serves as central contact for tracker inventory.
• Promotes change and adoption of Lot Vision processes across units.
• Delivers training on Lot Vision processes to impacted departments.
• Enforces project standards and best practices.
• Supports Lot Vision deployments and ICC calls.
• Performs other duties as assigned by manager.

Skills

Driver's license

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Analytical skills

Driving - manual/automatic

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group

Vehicle Operations

Job Profile

Lot Operations Specialist II

Management Level

Individual Contributor

Flexible Work Option

No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location

Travel %

No

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Hourly base pay rate is $18.17 - $27.21/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

Job Description

This position is responsible for inventory control in his/her assigned areas and ensures that GPS technology is working correctly.

Job Responsibilities

• Accountable for location’s tracker inventory and reconciliation of billing invoices
• Manages the retrieval of trackers that require further attention (RFA) and determines corrective action
• Responsible for returning defective trackers to Cox2M, ensuring user interface and billing accurately reflects returns and new orders
• Monitors vehicle inventory volume and fluctuations to proactively anticipate spikes or changes in inventory levels and coordinates with Management and GCM to manage inventory levels, accordingly
• Ability to review and comprehend the inventory analytics dashboard and adherence to project metrics
• Proactively communicates status to Leadership and Global Inventory Control Manager (GCM); identifies opportunities to enable location to achieve / exceed lot operations goals
• Proactively monitors and works with team(s) to address issues to prevent leakage (<2%) and maintain a health tracker inventory
• Builds and sustains relationships with lot operations teams and serves as the central point of contact regarding tracker inventory
• Enthusiastically promotes, communications, and champions identified change, project adoption, and continuous improvement across operating units
• Delivers training developed by Lot Vision Program Team to impacted departments on processes and procedures
• Enforces adoption of project standards, operating procedures, best practices, and metrics
• Supports Lot Vision program by actively participating in ICC calls (share best practices, etc.)
• Focuses on continuing education to support the advancement of the program
• Assists with Lot Vision deployments and support
• Performs other duties as assigned by manager or supervisor

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and 3 years’ experience in a related field.
• OR the right candidate could also have a different combination, such as any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline;
• OR 5 years’ experience in a related field Microsoft office computer skills required.
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver's license required
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent teamwork and ability to lead through influence
• Highly motivated with a strong work ethic and a sense for urgency
• Good analytical skills and aptitude
• Ability to multi-task and be well organized. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required.
• Ability to drive vehicles with standard and automatic transmission.
• Ability to enter and exit vehicles constantly.
• Ability to walk long distances.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, talk and hear. Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, squat and climb.
• Ability to lift 1-15 pounds.
• Vision abilities required include close, distance and color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

Moderate noise level. Frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions.

Drug Testing

To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

Benefits

Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

About Us

Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.EOE, including disability/vetsApplicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.