Parts Coordinator I

Cox Enterprises; Illinois; On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Cox Enterprises is seeking an inventory control specialist to manage movement of automotive parts through the Sorting system for reconditioning services. You will ensure accurate parts movement, coordinate pricing with Procurement, and monitor repair timelines while maintaining strong safety compliance.

The role requires attention to detail, solid computer skills, and good communication. Optional experience includes installing or ordering parts; valid driving license is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• 3+ years of experience related to automotive parts preferred.
• Solid computer skills required.
• Effective communication and organizational skills are required; attention to detail essential.
• Experience in installing or ordering automotive parts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Control inventory flow through shops and Sorting (Inventory Management system) for reconditioning services.
• Provide accurate movement by file updates in Sorting for body and mechanic services.
• Coordinate with Procurement to ensure accurate pricing of parts and supplies billed on work orders.
• Monitor repair status, timelines, transportation and customer communications related to approved reconditioning estimates.
• Demonstrate safety commitment by following safety and health procedures and supporting Safety Excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Mechanical aptitude

Customer focus

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

This position is responsible for controlling Inventory flow through the shops and Sorting (Inventory Management system) for reconditioning services offered to all internal and external auction customers. Accurately recording parts movement through Sorting is paramount and a daily requirement.

• Provide accurate movement by file updates in Sorting for body and mechanic (including PSI) services.
• Work with Procurement/Purchasing staff to assure accurate pricing of parts and supplies billed on work orders.
• Monitor repair status, completion timelines, transportation and customer communications related to approved reconditioning estimates, as directed by management.
• Visibly demonstrate safety commitment by following all safety and health procedures and modeling the behaviors related to such. Actively participate in support of all safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 3+ years of experience related to automotive parts preferred.
• Solid computer skills required.
• Effective communication skills and organizational skills required. Strong attention to detail and follow-through required.
• Experience in installing/ordering automotive parts preferred.
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record required.
• Ability to drive vehicles with standard and automatic transmission.
• Mechanical aptitude with knowledge of bodywork, frame damage and minor mechanical repairs.
• Good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Customer focused with strong attention to detail.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, talk and hear.

MSCOX

USD 16.63 - 24.90 per hour

Compensation:

Hourly pay rate is in the range of $16.63 - $24.90/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

Benefits:

Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

EOE, including disability/vets