Supply Chain Logistics Specialist II (Manheim)

Cox Automotive; Flat Rock (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Cox Automotive is seeking an Inventory/Parts Associate to support the recon process by identifying and ordering vehicle parts, coordinating with Procurement and recon technicians to ensure timely deliveries.

You will track parts, maintain inventory, and ensure accurate invoicing while upholding safety standards and a clean workspace. The role requires attention to detail and good communication across teams.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED and 3 years' related field experience, or alternative combinations as stated.
• Valid driver license required.
• 1–3 years of parts ordering experience in automotive field preferred.
• Ability to drive vehicles with standard and automatic transmission.
• Mechanical aptitude with knowledge of automotive parts/accessories.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Client-driven with strong attention to detail.
• Physical requirements include standing, walking, lifting 1–15 pounds, and etc.
• Exposure to outdoor conditions and noise hazards.

Responsibilities

• Define specific parts to be ordered during recon processes and notify Procurement.
• Collaborate with recon technicians to identify required parts and communicate with Procurement.
• Track, receive, inventory, and distribute parts to meet delivery expectations.
• Notify Procurement of incorrect parts and manage returns.
• Maintain inventory levels through Procurement.
• Secure and control inventory to minimize loss.
• Maintain neat workspace and use safety equipment.
• Follow safety procedures and participate in safety activities.
• Process and store invoices and credits.
• Create snow tickets for wholesale parts updates/VCF.
• Order and track P cards parts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Automotive parts knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Driver's license

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Define specific parts identified by customers (Repair Order) to be ordered and replaced on their vehicles during the recon processes and communicate information to Procurement staff for order placement.
• Collaborate with recon technicians to Identify specific parts required during the recon/repair process and communicate information to Procurement staff for order placement.
• Track, receive, inventory, and distribute all parts in a timely manner to meet all customer vehicle delivery expectations.
• Communicate any incorrect parts or supplies to Procurement in a timely manner and manage return timing.
• Maintain all shop supply inventory levels at acceptable levels (ordered Through Procurement) as directed by management.
• Secure and control all parts and supply inventory to minimize loss or shrinkage.
• Maintain neat and orderly workspace.
• Wear and use appropriate safety equipment at all times while working in specific areas.
• 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.
• Maintain, process and store invoices and credits.
• Create snow ticket for Approved wholesale parts-update tracker/ VCF.
• Order and track P card parts.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Change & Innovation

• Clarifies and understands the broader purpose of one's own work.
• Generates innovative ideas and solutions to challenges/opportunities.
• Identifies ways to streamline and/or improve work processes.
• Adapts in the face of ambiguity or uncertainty.
• Embrace changes affecting one's area

Customer Focus

• Incorporates feedback from customers to improve customer service.
• Deliver impactful, timely solutions that are meaningful to the customer.
• Follows up with customers to ensure problems are solved.
• Addresses customer needs by identifying the right people and resources from across the enterprise.
• Establishes a trusted advisor, consultative relationship with customers

Collaboration

• Encourages people to draw on each other to work together effectively, within and across teams.
• Demonstrates "we versus me" thinking.
• Builds and cultivates relationship networks across the organization.
• Works cooperatively with people from diverse perspectives and backgrounds
• Addresses and resolves conflict directly and constructively

Drives Results

• Establishes realistic plans and work schedules.
• Identifies and leverages support and/or resources needed to conduct own work.
• Negotiates/re-negotiates priorities and competing demands for one's time.
• Surfaces problems and removes obstacles to move the work forward in a timely manner.
• Takes the initiative to achieve elevated levels of productivity and quality.
• Demonstrates urgency around activities that drive the business

Effective Communication

• Provides clear and thorough information to others (e.g., verbal, written, email, presentations, meetings)
• Listens actively and carefully to others' opinions and ideas.
• Tailors communication to the appropriate audience
• Shares viewpoints openly and directly with others
• Shares timely updates and information with relevant parties.
• Demonstrates composure under pressure

Develops Self and Others

• Seeks opportunities to acquire new knowledge and skills.
• Shares own experience and expertise with others.
• Accepts feedback openly, without becoming defensive.
• Learns from experiences, including successes, setbacks, and/or resistance.
• Provides honest, timely feedback to others, even if uncomfortable

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and 3 years' experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline and up to 1 year of experience; or 5 years' experience in a related field.
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver's license required.

Experience

• 1-3 years of experience in parts ordering in the automotive field is strongly preferred.
• Ability to drive vehicles with standard and automatic transmission.
• Mechanical aptitude with knowledge of automotive parts/accessories.
• Effective organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Client-driven with strong attention to detail.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, talk and hear. Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, squat, and climb.
• Ability to constantly enter and exit vehicles.
• Ability to lift 1 - 15 pounds (i.e., starters, alternators, A/C units, etc).
• Manual dexterity, repetitive motion tasks.
• Vision abilities required include close, distance and color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
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• Frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions.
• Exposure to noise, dust, fluids, vehicle fumes, odors, mechanical and electrical shock hazards.
• Moderate noise level.

USD 18.22 - 27.36 per hour

Compensation:

Hourly pay rate is in the range of $18.22 - $27.36/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