Inventory Specialist

Advance Auto Parts; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Inventory Specialist to oversee HUB operations and manage inventory efficiently. This role involves coordinating with store management, training team members, and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards. The ideal candidate will have prior retail experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to operate necessary equipment. Join a dynamic team dedicated to providing exceptional service and maintaining high operational standards in a supportive work environment. If you're passionate about inventory management and customer service, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Prior retail experience with merchandising and inventory management.
• Ability to operate forklifts and other equipment if certified.

Responsibilities

• Pull and ship HUB orders on time and manage inventory.
• Train team members and ensure compliance with policies.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Basic math proficiency

Retail experience

Inventory management

Forklift operation

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Forklifts

Hand trucks

Pallet jacks

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Job Description

An Inventory Specialist works with and reports to the General Manager and is responsible for HUB operations, including the following duties. Other duties may be assigned.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Pull and ship HUB orders on time.
• If HUB order can’t be filled, call the servicing store before the next HUB run, explaining how to reorder.
• Complete all parts department cycle counts, including OUTS, in collaboration with store management.
• Coordinate with store management to complete plan-o-grams and stock all parts.
• Manage callbacks and MAXI changes in the parts department.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws, as well as company policies and procedures.
• Complete required training and attend scheduled store meetings.
• Train and develop team members under the General Manager's direction to ensure proper HUB operations.
• Coordinate product delivery, maintain inventories, keep operating records, and prepare daily transaction reports.
• Help ensure security, customer service, and record-keeping policies are followed.

Key Holder Responsibilities

• Assign tasks, ensure safety, and perform open/close duties.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

• Effective communication skills and basic math proficiency.
• Prior retail experience, including merchandising and inventory management.
• Ability to operate forklifts (if certified), hand trucks, and pallet jacks.
• Neat appearance and professional demeanor to interact with the public.
• Stable work history demonstrating performance.
• Flexibility to work on short notice, including nights and weekends.
• Immediately report policy violations to management.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Physical Demands

• Constant standing or walking.
• Frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds; occasional lifting up to 100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required, including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision.
• Manual dexterity and ability to reach above shoulder level, squat, bend, and kneel.

Work Environment

Primarily indoor work (about 95%), with temperature control. Exposure to battery acid is possible; safety precautions should be followed when handling batteries or operating equipment like forklifts.

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Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing and Retail

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