Inventory Specialist

Advance Auto Parts•Rockingham, NC

About The Position

An Inventory Specialist works with and reports to the General Manager and is responsible for HUB operations. The role supports store management with inventory, merchandising, order fulfillment, training, record keeping, safety, and customer service. Other duties may be assigned. The position includes key-holder responsibilities such as assigning and completing tasks, supporting safety, and performing opening and closing duties. The job requires the ability to perform its essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities. The role is performed inside approximately 95% of the time. Depending on the season, the store is air conditioned or heated. Potential hazards include exposure to battery acid; eye protection and aprons should be used when handling batteries, though they are not mandatory. Safety precautions are required when operating a forklift or hand pallet jack.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Competent oral and written communication skills and ability to perform basic math computations.
Prior retail experience, including basic merchandising and inventory management skills.
Ability to drive a forklift if certified and applicable, and to use a hand truck and pallet jack.
Well-mannered, neat appearance, and ability to meet and deal with the public in an unbiased manner.
Previous work records demonstrating stability and performance results.
Ability to come to work on short notice and/or work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including frequent lifting or moving of up to 50 pounds and occasional lifting or moving of up to 100 pounds; standing or walking almost constantly; reaching above shoulder level; squatting, bending, reaching, climbing, stooping, kneeling, and crouching; and using gross and fine finger dexterity.
Vision abilities including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

Pull and ship HUB orders on time.
When a HUB order cannot be filled, contact the servicing store before the next HUB run and explain how to reorder.
Work with the store management team to complete parts department cycle counts, including OUTS.
Work with the store management team to complete parts department plan-o-grams.
Work with the store management team to stock parts department parts.
Work with the store management team to complete parts department callbacks.
Work with the store management team to complete MAXI changes in the parts department.
Comply with federal, state, and local laws and company policies and procedures.
Complete required training materials and attend scheduled store meetings.
At the General Manager’s direction, train and develop Team Members to help ensure the HUB operates according to company policies and procedures.
Coordinate through the General Manager product delivery, inventory maintenance, operating records, and daily transaction records.
Help ensure compliance with established security, customer service, and record-keeping policies and procedures.
As a key holder, assign and complete tasks, support safety, and perform opening and closing duties.
Immediately report company policy or procedure violations to the General Manager and/or District Manager.