Inventory Specialist

Advance-Auto-Parts; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Advance Auto Parts in Sarasota, FL is seeking an Inventory Specialist to pull and ship HUB orders, perform cycle counts, stock parts, and coordinate deliveries with the store management team.

You will train team members, ensure safety and compliance, and maintain accurate records while supporting HUB operations and daily store duties in a fast-paced automotive parts environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience in inventory control and store operations preferred.
• Ability to operate basic material handling equipment and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Pull and ship HUB orders on time.
• Complete cycle counts and assist with plan-o-grams.
• Stock all parts and maintain organized storage areas.
• Train and develop team members per GM direction.
• Maintain accurate records of transactions and deliveries.

Skills

Inventory management

Cycle counts

Planograms

Forklift operation

Team training

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Pull and ship HUB orders on time. If HUB order can’t be filled, call servicing store before next HUB run explaining how to reorder.

• Working with store management team, complete all parts department cycle counts including OUTS.
• Work with store management team to complete all parts department plan-o-grams.
• Work with store management team to stock all parts department parts.
• Work with store management team to complete all parts department callbacks.
• Work with store management team to complete MAXI changes in parts department.
• Comply with all federal, state and local laws.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Complete all required training materials, attend all scheduled store meetings.
• At General Manager’s direction, train and develop Team Members to help assure the HUB is operated according to company policies and procedures.
• Coordinate through General Manager the delivery of product, maintaining inventories, keeping operating records, or preparing daily record of transactions.
• Help to ensure compliance of established security, customer service and record keeping policies and procedures.

Key Holder Responsibilities

• Task assignment and completion, safety, open/close duties.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED equivalent

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Almost constant standing or walking. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Requires good manual skills (gross and fine finger dexterity). Must be able to reach above shoulder level. Must be capable of squatting, bending and reaching. Must be capable of climbing, stooping, kneeling, and crouching on an occasional basis.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Inside approximately 95 % of the time; depending upon the time of year, the store is air conditioned or heated accordingly. No particular hazards are involved except exposure to battery acid (eye protection and aprons should be used when handling batteries, although not mandatory). An Inventory Specialist must also adhere to safety precautions when operating a forklift or hand pallet jack.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Advance Auto Parts, Inc. is a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider that serves both professional installers and do-it-yourself customers. As of October 5, 2024, Advance operated 4,781 stores primarily within the United States, with additional locations in Canada, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The company also served 1,125 independently owned Carquest branded stores across these locations in addition to Mexico and various Caribbean islands. Additional information about Advance, including employment opportunities, customer services and online shopping for parts, accessories and other offerings can be found at www.AdvanceAutoParts.com.