Softcard (acquired by Google)

Inventory Area Manager

Softcard (acquired by Google)

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: New York City • New York • United States

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Salary

💰 $75,000 per year

Job Level

Junior

About the role

  • Meets with the customer on a monthly or per contract basis to identify needs, problems/concerns and to address them both quickly and effectively.
  • Documents business reviews and insure follow up.
  • Pursues opportunities for customer cost reductions.
  • Develops good customer relations and maintains a high level of service to the customer.
  • Responds timely to customer purchase and service questions (escalated by Site Manager).
  • Understands, interprets, and complies with all contract requirements and ensures the operation is meeting customer expectations.
  • Supervises and coaches Site Managers and site employees.
  • Defines job responsibilities, and expectations specific to the IBS customer, for site employees.
  • Builds relationships and assists with the negotiation of non-NAPA vendors on pricing, inventory and service and return privileges.
  • Ensures Site Managers understand the fiscal responsibility associated with their operation.
  • Ensures we are delivering on our service level agreements.
  • Communicates operational goals to include fill rates, inventory management, training opportunities.

Requirements

  • Experience in an automotive parts department, dealership or retail establishment.
  • Warehouse and inventory management experience.
  • College degree, technical school or equivalent work experience required.
  • ASE certification required.
  • Ability to manage people prioritize and delegate to team members.
  • Ability to read and interpret an operating statement, P&L.
  • Understanding of district level inventory management to include purchasing.
  • Strong communication skills and detail oriented.
  • Demonstrated leadership in the automotive after-market industry, preferably an automotive parts department, dealership, jobber, heavy duty and/or fleet establishment.
  • Ability to ensure proper maintenance and protection of Company equipment, inventory and all physical assets of the company.
  • Capable of operating a point-of-sale system and cataloging.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and using internet for parts research and sourcing.
  • Ability to learn and use customer fleet management software.
  • Flexibility with working hours, depending on customer and location needs (i.e. emergency overtime related to weather conditions).
Benefits
  • Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match.
  • Paid Time Off: Vacation, personal days, holidays, sick days, and paternal leave.
  • Additional Perks: Employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and wellness programs.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
warehouse managementinventory managementoperating statement interpretationP&L analysiscustomer fleet management softwarepoint-of-sale system operationautomotive parts knowledgenegotiation skillsservice level agreement compliancecost reduction strategies
Soft Skills
communication skillsleadershipteam managementcustomer relationsproblem-solvingdetail-orientedflexibilitycoachingprioritizationdelegation
Certifications
ASE certification