Inventory Manager – Automotive Parts Headquarters - aftermarketNews

Inventory Manager – Automotive Parts Headquarters

We currently have an opening on our Management Team at our Corporate office in Saint Cloud, Minn. for the position of Inventory Manager.

Company Information

Automotive Parts Headquarters, Inc. (APH) is a privately held automotive parts retailer and wholesaler serving Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan and North Dakota. APH was formed in 1920 under the name National Bushing and Parts Company in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Today, with its network of company stores and independent store customers, APH is consistently ranked in the Aftermarket Business’ top 20 Auto Parts Store Chains. Currently, APH has 73 corporate stores and 39 independent store customers in four states operating under the Auto Value banner.

For more information on Automotive Parts Headquarters, Inc. visit www.autopartshq.com

Job Summary

We currently have an opening on our Management Team at our Corporate office in Saint Cloud, Minn. for the position of Inventory Manager.

This position is responsible for managing the inventory at our corporate store locations. This includes timely and accurate support in Store Changeovers and Line Changes for existing stores. Maintaining appropriate databases and assisting in analysis to help determine appropriate stocking levels for the Stores. Work with stores to get feedback and answer questions regarding store inventory levels. Provide feedback and assistance on questions posed to department by internal and external customers with a sense of urgency and respect. This position also supervises the inventory department.

Qualifications

This position requires above average written and verbal communication skills. This position must have thorough knowledge of Inventory Management/Control techniques. This position must also have a solid working knowledge of automotive parts and have past experience working in an automotive parts environment. A thorough knowledge of appropriate software used for inventory tracking is also required. Finally, good working knowledge of appropriate Microsoft Software such as Word, Excel, Access and Powerpoint. SQL experience a plus.

Benefits

Here at Automotive Parts Headquarters (APH), we believe that the reason for our success is employees who go the extra mile. We offer competitive wages and the following benefits:
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• 401(K) retirement savings plan with company match
• Employee store discount
• Employee assistance program
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Medical Insurance with HRA
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Optional Life Insurance (Self, Spouse, Dependents)
• Long Term Disability

For more information or to apply, click the Apply Now button below to be redirected to the APH careers website.

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