Inventory Hub Specialist: Lead Operations & Training

Advance Auto Parts Inc.; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Advance Auto Parts is seeking an Inventory Specialist to support HUB operations. You will work with the General Manager to pull and ship HUB orders, manage inventories, and assist with plan-o-grams and callbacks. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and teamwork to keep stock levels aligned with demand.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, retail experience, and the ability to use a forklift if certified, plus strong communication and counting skills. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Must be competent at oral and written communications and handle basic math computations.
• Prior retail experience, including basic merchandising and inventory management skills.
• Ability to drive forklift if certified, and operate hand truck and pallet jack.

Responsibilities

• Pull and ship HUB orders on time.
• Complete all parts department cycle counts.
• Stock parts and implement plan-o-grams with store management.
• Complete MAXI changes in parts department.
• Train and develop team members under General Manager direction.
• Ensure compliance with security, customer service and record-keeping policies.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Basic math computations

Retail experience

Merchandising

Inventory management

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Hand truck & pallet jack

Job description

Advance Auto Parts is seeking an Inventory Specialist to support HUB operations. You will work with the General Manager to pull and ship HUB orders, manage inventories, and assist with plan-o-grams and callbacks. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and teamwork to keep stock levels aligned with demand.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, retail experience, and the ability to use a forklift if certified, plus strong communication and counting skills. Equal opportunity employer.