LKQ

Global distributor of aftermarket vehicle parts

Inventory Specialist

Inventory ManagementPosted on Nov 10

Full-timeAtlanta, GA, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required.
At least 1 year of related experience is required.
Prior experience working in the company's inventory department is required.
The ability to perform arithmetic calculations with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals, compute rates, ratios, and percentages, and interpret graphs is required.
Regular use of Outlook, Word, Excel, and graphics tools is required.
The role requires moderately complex oral and written communication skills and the ability to interact with others and make presentations to department or middle management.
The ability to handle multiple tasks or projects simultaneously with moderate complexity is required.
The role requires occasional standing, walking, pushing, pulling, squatting, bending, reaching, climbing stairs, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or sitting for extended periods.
The employee may need to work in cramped spaces or underneath vehicles and may be exposed to hazardous situations, equipment, extreme temperatures, and high noise levels; personal protective equipment may be required.
The role requires occasionally lifting or moving up to 75 pounds and, on occasion, up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

Evaluate inventory levels for all warehouses and determine appropriate product stocking.
Communicate opportunities identified within inventory.
Research and investigate missing inventory.
Evaluate inventory for accuracy.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

Experience within inventory controls is preferred.

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Responsible for evaluating and reviewing the company's overall inventory management.

Essential Job Duties

Evaluate inventory levels for all warehouses and determine proper product stocking.
Communicate opportunities found within inventory.
Research and investigate missing inventory.
Evaluate inventory for accuracy.
Assume other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Not responsible for supervising employees.

Minimum Requirements

Education & Experience

High School Diploma/GED
1+ years of related experience required
Requires past experience working in the inventory department within the company.

Preferred Requirements

Experience within inventory controls.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages and to draw and interpret graphs.
Frequent use of Outlook, Word, Excel, graphics, etc.
Regularly uses moderately complex oral and written skills. May train others in functional areas, interact with others and make presentations to department or middle management.
Problems encountered are routine, somewhat repetitive and generally solved by following clear directions and procedures.
Decisions generally affect own job or assigned functional area.
Results are defined; sets personal own goals and determines how to achieve results with few or no guidelines to follow; supervisor/manager provides broad guidance and overall direction.
Handle multiple tasks or projects simultaneously with moderate complexity.
No additional competencies required.

Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, reach, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit for extended periods of time.
The employee may be exposed to hazardous situations, conditions, and equipment. Must be able to work in cramped spaces or underneath vehicles that may require getting into awkward positions. May regularly wear personal protective equipment (PPE). May be exposed to extreme temperatures and high noise levels.
Travel may be required periodically, including overnight stays (contingent on position requirements).
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. On occasion an employee may be asked to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Benefits:

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Fertility Coverage
401k with Generous Company Match
Company Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
Short-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Discounts

Join us for an exciting career journey with positive, driven individuals.

About the Company

LKQ

Global distributor of aftermarket vehicle parts

LKQ is a global distributor that supplies vehicle parts and accessories for cars and trucks. It sells aftermarket, recycled and salvaged parts, as well as specialty equipment, to repair shops and retail customers who repair, maintain, or customize vehicles. Its parts come from a wide range of suppliers and are distributed through a large network to repair shops, collision centers, and individuals. The way the products work is straightforward: customers order parts, LKQ sources them (including recycled or salvaged options when available), and ships them to the customer for installation or use. LKQ differentiates itself through its broad, global catalog and mix of new, aftermarket, and recycled parts, offering a one-stop source for repairing and upgrading vehicles. The company’s goal is to be a leading, reliable supplier that helps customers quickly find and obtain the parts they need to fix, service, or customize vehicles.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Nashville, TN
Founded: 1998

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