Inventory Specialist

About the role

An Inventory Specialist works with and reports to the General Manager and is responsible for HUB operation while performing assigned duties.

Responsibilities

• Pull and ship HUB orders on time.
• If a HUB order can’t be filled, call the servicing store before the next HUB run to explain how to reorder.
• Complete all parts department cycle counts, including OUTS, with the store management team.
• Work with the store management team to complete all parts department plan-o-grams.
• Stock all parts department parts with the store management team.
• Complete all parts department callbacks with the store management team.
• Complete MAXI changes in the parts department with the store management team.
• Comply with all federal, state, and local laws, as well as company policies and procedures.
• Complete all required training materials and attend all scheduled store meetings.
• Train and develop Team Members, under the General Manager’s direction, to ensure HUB operations align with company policies and procedures.
• Coordinate through the General Manager for product delivery, inventory maintenance, record-keeping, and daily transaction records.
• Ensure compliance with established security, customer service, and record-keeping policies and procedures.
• Perform key holder responsibilities, including task assignment, safety, and open/close duties.
• Immediately report any violation of company policy or procedure to the General Manager and/or District Manager.

Requirements

• Competency in oral and written communications and basic math computations.
• Prior retail experience, including basic merchandising and inventory management skills.
• Ability to drive a forklift (if certified and applicable) and use a hand truck and pallet jack.
• Professional demeanor, neat appearance, and ability to interact with the public in an unbiased manner.
• Stable work history with demonstrated performance results.
• Ability to work on short notice and/or flexible hours, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Physical demands

• Almost constant standing or walking.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Good manual skills, including gross and fine finger dexterity.
• Ability to reach above shoulder level.
• Capability to squat, bend, and reach.
• Capability to climb, stoop, kneel, and crouch on an occasional basis.

Work environment

• Inside environment approximately 95% of the time; store is air-conditioned or heated depending on the season.
• Exposure to battery acid (eye protection and aprons recommended when handling batteries).
• Adherence to safety precautions when operating a forklift or hand pallet jack.