Inventory Specialist

Lkq-Corporation; Martinsburg (WV); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Job summary

LKQ Corporation is seeking a detail-oriented Inventory Specialist for first shift, with no weekend work. You will evaluate salvage vehicle inventory, accurately identify makes/models/options, and decipher option codes to ensure proper parts interchange.

Responsibilities include maintaining inventory accuracy, communicating opportunities to leadership, and collaborating with the dismantle team to optimize processes. Must be able to work outdoors and use PPE as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year related experience in an inventory role preferred.
• Experience handling vehicle inventory and parts is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and review the company’s inventory management.
• Identify vehicle make, model and options accurately.
• Decipher option codes to ensure correct parts interchange.
• Assess inventory levels and determine stocking needs for salvage inventory.
• Communicate inventory opportunities to leadership.
• Investigate missing inventory and correct errors.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and perform cross-checks.
• Collaborate with dismantle team and management on process changes.
• Adapt to outdoor work conditions and use PPE as required.

Skills

Inventory control

Attention to detail

Mathematical reasoning

Outlook/Excel

Independent worker

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Join the LKQ Family! We're looking for motivated individuals to join our team at LKQ Corporation. With opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment, LKQ is the place to be.

1st Shift- No Weekends $17-22 Based on Experience Responsible for evaluating and reviewing the company's overall inventory management.

Essential Job Duties

• Ability to work independently while staying on task to meet increasing performance demands
• Must be able to accurately identify vehicle make, model and options.
• Must decipher manufacture option codes on vehicles and parts to accurately identify interchange of parts
• Evaluate inventory levels for all salvage automobile inventory and determine proper product stocking.
• Communicate opportunities found within inventory.
• Research and investigate missing inventory.
• Correct errors found by corporate oversight.
• Evaluate inventory for accuracy.
• Assume other duties as assigned.
• Collaborate with management and the dismantle team to make process adjustments as directed.
• Ability to endure outdoor environments through the majority of the shift (extreme hot or cold, rain, snow)
• Must be fluent in or learning and using technology (smart phone, tablet, computer)

Supervisory Responsibilities

Not responsible for supervising employees.

Minimum Requirements Education & Experience

• High School Diploma/GED
• 1+ years of related experience required
• Requires past experience working in the inventory department within the company.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience within inventory controls.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages and to draw and interpret graphs.
• Frequent use of Outlook, Word, Excel, graphics, etc.
• Regularly uses moderately complex oral and written skills.
• May train others in functional areas, interact with others and make presentations to department or middle management.
• Problems encountered are routine, somewhat repetitive and generally solved by following clear directions and procedures.
• Decisions generally affect own job or assigned functional area.
• Results are defined; sets personal own goals and determines how to achieve results with few or no guidelines to follow; supervisor/manager provides broad guidance and overall direction.
• Handle multiple tasks or projects simultaneously with moderate complexity.
• No additional competencies required.

Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, reach, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit for extended periods of time. The employee may be exposed to hazardous situations, conditions, and equipment. Must be able to work in cramped spaces or underneath vehicles that may require getting into awkward positions. May regularly wear personal protective equipment (PPE). May be exposed to extreme temperatures and high noise levels. Travel may be required periodically, including overnight stays (contingent on position requirements). The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. On occasion an employee may be asked to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Fertility Coverage
• 401k with Generous Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts
• PNC Daily Pay Option

Join us for an exciting career journey with positive, driven individuals.

Leading With Innovation As a Fortune 500 leader (#318), LKQ is at the industry’s forefront, operating across 25 countries with over 1,600 locations. Join us to shape the future of vehicle repair and customization, where your impact resonates globally.

Accelerate Your Career at LKQ Join LKQ, a global force of over 51,000 strong across 1,700 locations. Here, you are a part of a community that drives our success and your career forward. Embrace the opportunity to grow, innovate, and lead the industry with us.

Shape the Future with LKQ Embark on a journey where your work makes a tangible impact on the industry and beyond. LKQ offers a challenging yet rewarding career path filled with opportunities to grow, innovate, and contribute to a sustainable future. At LKQ, you're not just joining a team; you're stepping into a role where you can truly thrive. Start your career with us and discover where your journey can take you.

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