Inventory Stock Associate

NAPA Auto Parts; Hammond (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

NAPA Auto Parts in Hammond, LA is seeking a detail-oriented Store Stock Associate to help manage inventory, stock shelves, and support drivers and customers. This role focuses on maintaining accurate inventory, proper product flow, and a clean store environment.

The Inventory Stock Associate will receive freight, perform cycle counts, organize merchandise, and use inventory systems to coordinate deliveries and fulfill orders for customers and drivers, all while adhering to safety and efficiency

Qualifications

• At least 1 year previous experience stocking, loading, or pulling.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to identify part numbers and line codes quickly.
• Able to lift up to 60 pounds and move heavy items.
• Basic computer terminal operation.

Responsibilities

• Pulls all orders for delivery by our drivers to wholesale customers.
• Pulls for the main counter retail/wholesale customers and will-call as needed.
• Receive, post, stock, and organize incoming merchandise; maintain shelving.
• Conduct cycle counts and support ongoing inventory accuracy.
• Perform housekeeping and area-specific organization with safety rules.
• Use inventory systems for coordination, dispatching, and fulfillment.
• Assist customers via phone or in-person when required.
• Coordinate deliveries and orders for customers and drivers.

Skills

Stocking experience

Attention to detail

Basic computer literacy

Manual lifting

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Inventory systems

Job description

Hammond, LA, USAFull timeR26_0000027643Job DescriptionNAPA Auto Parts is seeking an enthusiastic detail oriented Store Stock Associate to join our rapidly growing team of Auto Parts professionals. This is the ideal position for a person who is detail oriented with a strong work ethic. As a Store Stock Associate, you will have a variety of duties that would help control and maintain the inventory in our warehouse.

Summary

The Inventory Stock Associate is focused on maintaining accurate inventory, efficient product flow, and a clean/organized store environment. This role is responsible for receiving/posting freight, cycle counts, shelving/organization/maintenance of inventory, accurate and timely order pulling for delivery drivers, counter customers, and will-call. This role requires strong technical knowledge of automotive parts, the ability to identify and source the correct parts, and a commitment to customer satisfaction. The position also serves as a key resource for internal team members on product and system knowledge.

Position Performance Measures:

• Inventory Compliance
• On time stocking and deliveries
• Store Sales
• Store cleanliness and organization
• Adherence to operational and inventory processes
• Contribution to team support and store operations including inventory and delivery management
• Compliance with asset protection and loss prevention standards

Responsibilities

• Pulls all orders to be delivered by our drivers to wholesale customers.
• Also pulls for the demands of the main counter retail/wholesale customers and will-call as accurately and completely as possible, routing products as appropriate, and meeting the prescribed time frame set by management.
• Receive, post, stock, and organize incoming merchandise; maintain accurate shelving and product placement.
• Conduct cycle counts and support ongoing inventory accuracy and record maintenance.
• Perform general housekeeping, facility cleaning, packing material/pallet disposal, and area-specific organization while adhering to all safety rules (including hazardous materials handling).
• Proficiently use inventory systems for coordination, dispatching support, and fulfillment efficiency.
• Periodically assist customers via phone or in-person (foot traffic) as store volume requires; provide basic support or elevate appropriately
• Utilize delivery management systems to coordinate and dispatch deliveries, pull and prepare orders for customers and drivers, and support efficient logistics and fulfillment operations.
• Contribute to various store operations and team support tasks as needed to optimize store performance, merchandising, and overall efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to store processes and operational standards.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year previous experience stocking, loading, or pulling.
• High School Diploma, or equivalent experience, required.
• Must be functionally literate and capable of understanding and recognizing part numbers and line codes to ensure proper identification of parts for placement in the facility, including identifying sequence of numbers and letters accurately and rapidly.
• Must be able to write legibly.
• Must have basic understanding and be capable of operating a computer terminal and, perform associated duties as assigned by management.
• Must be capable of lifting and moving parts of up to 60 pounds and push/pull 300 pounds using hitch-and-go dolly.
• Must be able to move engine blocks and other heavy equipment with moving aids designed to move such items, including hand trucks, dollies, motorized carts, pallet jacks, etc.
• Must be able to repeatedly bend or stoop to ground level shelves and be able to reach upper shelves (8 feet) with the use of stool or ladder when necessary.
• Must be able to work on their feet (stand or walk) for their assigned work shifts.

Organizational Structure

Reports to: Store Manager / Assistant Store ManagerWorks closely with: Counter Sales Associates, drivers, external customers as applicable (retail and dealer shops)Part of: Retail Store Operations within NAPA

Physical Demands / Working Environment

• Retail and warehouse environment
• Standing and walking for extended periods throughout the shift
• Ability to lift and move parts and equipment up to ~60 lbs
• Frequent bending, stooping, reaching (including use of ladders/stools)
• Use of equipment such as hand trucks, dollies, and hydraulic lifts
• Requires visual accuracy for identifying part numbers and sequences
• Fast-paced environment requiring multitasking and attention to detail

GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.

Where permitted by applicable law, successful applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to start date.

COVID-19 vaccination is a condition of employment, subject to an approved accommodation, and proof of vaccination will be required on or prior to start date.

GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

GPC’s policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.

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