Parts & Inventory Coordinator

Lynden Transport • Seattle, WA

2d

About The Position

Alaska Marine Lines is seeking a detail-oriented Parts and Inventory Coordinator to manage inventory levels and movement, order and receive parts, and track materials and supplies as directed by the department. This is a safety-sensitive position. The role requires daily physical presence and a regular work schedule, with work performed independently or as part of a team and minimal supervision. The coordinator works closely with mechanics, managers, internal teams, and vendors to support operational needs, and must be able to adapt to changing duties in a fast-moving, time-restricted environment. Compensation depends on skills and experience.

Requirements

• High school education or GED.
• Ability to meet a regular work schedule; regular attendance, timeliness, and daily physical presence are essential.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work to meet schedules and deadlines.
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work closely with mechanics, managers, internal teams, and vendors.
• Ability to adapt focus and duties in a fast-moving, time-restricted environment.
• PC skills, including Windows, Excel, Outlook, and keyboarding proficiency.
• Use of a personal mobile device for essential work tasks, including multi-factor authentication, accessing Dayforce, and receiving time-sensitive communications.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of related experience and training in procurement, supply chain coordination, and warehousing.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular inventory counts, reconcile system data, and maintain accurate inventory records in purchasing and maintenance and repair systems.
• Review inventory data to identify slow-moving, surplus, or obsolete items and support inventory adjustments and ordering modifications as instructed.
• Initiate, process, and track requisitions and purchase orders, and expedite deliveries to ensure parts and materials remain available.
• Review and reconcile purchase orders, packing slips, and invoices; verify order and billing accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and obtain required approvals promptly.
• Prepare and coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, transfers, and deliveries as required.
• Organize, store, and distribute parts, tools, and supplies to provide quick access and minimize loss or downtime.
• Operate company forklifts and vehicles as required to receive, move, stage, or distribute materials safely and efficiently, on-site and off-site.
• Monitor terminal vendor gate communications, escort delivery drivers as needed, and unload deliveries upon arrival.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with low employee contributions.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage contributions for employees’ families.
• 17 days of paid time off per year, plus additional paid extended leave.
• Eight paid holidays per year.
• 401(k) with company match and an additional annual retirement contribution.
• Health and wellness program (FitOn).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Company-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• Company-paid long-term disability coverage.
• Opportunities for internal promotion and career advancement.
• Family-friendly work hours; closed on weekends and paid holidays.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Competitive wages with annual performance and wage reviews.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED