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. Key Holder responsibilities include task assignment, safety, and open/close 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, as directed by the General Manager, 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.
• Immediately report any violation of company policy or procedure to the General Manager and/or District Manager.

Requirements

• Competency in oral and written communications, including 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 appearance and the ability to interact with the public in an unbiased manner.
• Demonstrated work stability and 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.
• Frequent lifting and/or moving of up to 50 pounds; occasional lifting and/or moving of up to 100 pounds.
• Good manual skills, including gross and fine finger dexterity.
• Ability to reach above shoulder level, squat, bend, reach, climb, stoop, kneel, and crouch occasionally.
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

Inside approximately 95% of the time; the store is air-conditioned or heated depending on the season. Minimal hazards include exposure to battery acid (eye protection and aprons recommended when handling batteries). Safety precautions must be followed when operating a forklift or hand pallet jack.