Inventory Specialist

Inventory SpecialistParts Authority, founded in 1973, is a leading national distributor of automotive replacement parts, tools/equipment and transmissions. Headquartered in Long Island, New York, Parts Authority is rapidly expanding, and today has more than 300 locations servicing customers in Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Washington DC and Wisconsin.Parts Authority has grown through both organic initiatives and acquisitions. Over the past several years Parts Authority has acquired over a dozen companies as part of its expansion strategy. Parts Authority's catalog of over 3 million parts covering more than 125 million applications, ensures our customer partners receive the parts they want, when they want them.What makes Parts Authority different is OUR TEAM. Parts Authority has a team of professionally trained, experienced counter people to assist in finding the right parts and the right brand for each application.Parts Authority carries the best brands in the business for domestic and import vehicles. AC Delco, Motorcraft, Denso, Bosch, KYB, Monroe, Gates, Dorman and Exide are just a few of the more than 400 suppliers from around the world, that Parts Authority partners with to bring our customer partners the best parts.Each and every team member plays a vital role in our success. We are rapidly expanding and looking for an Inventory Specialist to join our family.Hourly Rate: $17.50ResponsibilitiesWe are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Inventory Specialist to join our team. As an Inventory Specialist, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records, managing stock levels, and ensuring timely replenishment of automotive parts for domestic and European vehicles.Responsibilities:Maintain accurate inventory records using inventory management software.Monitor stock levels and place orders to replenish inventory as needed.Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of automotive parts.Perform regular audits of inventory to identify discrepancies and resolve issues promptly.Work closely with the purchasing team to forecast inventory needs based on sales trends and seasonality.Collaborate with the warehouse team to optimize inventory storage and organization.Generate reports on inventory levels, stock movements, and other related metrics.Identify opportunities to improve inventory management processes and implement solutions.QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent; additional education or certification in inventory management is a plus.Proven experience in inventory management, preferably in the automotive industry.Familiarity with inventory management software and systems.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent organizational and time management abilities.Effective communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.Ability to lift and move heavy items, as needed.Knowledge of domestic and European automotive parts is a plus.Maintain and promote workplace safetySecuring and transferring cash or other assets.Some of the benefits of being a part of our growing Parts Authority family:Medical CoveragePharmacy CoverageDental CoverageVision CoverageBasic Life and AD&DShort Term Disability CoverageVoluntary Short Term Disability CoverageVoluntary Long Term Disability CoverageFlexible Spending AccountCommuter Expense Reimbursement AccountHealth Savings AccountHealth Reimbursement AccountAccident InsuranceCritical Illness InsuranceHospital Indemnity InsuranceID Theft InsuranceLegal Plan InsurancePet InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Paid Holidays, Sick and VacationProfit Sharing/401 (k) PlanEmployee Discounts on MerchandiseWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status. "We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance."EEOWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.Parts Authority, LLC Privacy Notice for California ApplicantsMinUSD $17.50/Hr.Job Sponsoring#IND2