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Inventory & Parts Manager | $25-$30/hr | M-F
Inventory & Parts Manager
Placentia, CA
If you're the type of person who catches the details everyone else misses, thrives on organization, and takes pride in keeping operations running smoothly, this is the opportunity for you. We're looking for an experienced Inventory & Parts Manager who can oversee inventory accuracy across multiple automotive repair locations while protecting profitability through exceptional reconciliation, organization, and problem-solving.
This isn't a warehouse position—it's a critical role that directly impacts the success of four busy automotive repair shops by managing approximately $160,000-$200,000 in monthly parts purchases.
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
- $25-$30/hour based on experience
- Monday-Friday schedule (8:00 AM-5:00 PM)
- Weekly pay via direct deposit
- 401(k) with 3% company match after one year
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance (available after 90 days)
- Paid Time Off and paid holidays
- Stable, full-time career with a successful multi-location automotive company
- High-impact role where your organization and attention to detail truly matter
- Modern shop management software (Tekmetric)
- Collaborative, team-oriented culture with opportunities to grow
How to Apply (IMPORTANT)
We move fast — and so should you.
Step 1: Apply
Step 2: Complete a quick phone interview with our AI assistant "Paige" (takes about 10 minutes)
After you apply, you'll receive an automated text message with a phone number you can call at your convenience to complete the interview. Candidates who complete the Paige interview get priority.
What You'll Be Responsible For
As our Inventory & Parts Manager, you'll oversee inventory accuracy, vendor reconciliation, and inventory controls across four shop locations while ensuring every parts transaction is properly documented and accounted for.
Your responsibilities include:
- Reconcile parts purchases and vendor invoices across multiple locations
- Track core, warranty, defective, and returned parts to ensure credits are received
- Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, missing credits, and parts issues
- Coordinate with service managers, advisors, technicians, and vendor representatives
- Update and maintain accurate repair order information in Tekmetric
- Process and document all returns within Tekmetric
- Manage inventory ordering for the Placentia location
- Maintain inventory records, pricing, vendor information, and stock levels
- Perform and oversee weekly inventory counts for all locations
- Organize inventory documentation and stock records
- Schedule waste oil and coolant pickups while maintaining OSHA documentation
- Maintain organized filing systems for invoices and inventory records
- Reconcile American Express accounts and investigate transaction discrepancies
- Prepare reconciliation reports and maintain financial documentation for month-end closing
We're Looking For Someone Who
- Has exceptional attention to detail
- Is highly organized and process-oriented
- Enjoys solving problems and investigating discrepancies
- Can manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy
- Communicates effectively with service managers, technicians, vendors, and leadership
- Is comfortable working with spreadsheets and inventory software
- Takes ownership of their work and follows tasks through to completion
- Wants to be part of a company that values precision and continuous improvement
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous automotive parts, inventory, or purchasing experience preferred
- Experience with inventory reconciliation and vendor credits
- Experience using shop management software (Tekmetric preferred)
- Strong Microsoft Excel and computer skills
- Experience with financial reconciliation or bookkeeping is a plus
- Excellent organizational and documentation skills
Why This Role Matters
Your work keeps four busy repair facilities operating efficiently by ensuring inventory accuracy, recovering vendor credits, maintaining financial integrity, and protecting company profitability. If you're someone who enjoys organization, solving problems, and making an impact behind the scenes, you'll thrive in this position.
Additional Requirements
Some positions may require a valid driver's license, motor vehicle record review, background screening, drug or alcohol screening, or other job-related pre-employment requirements based on the duties of the position, the client's lawful requirements, and applicable law. Any screening will be conducted at the legally permitted stage and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law. Qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, will be considered in accordance with applicable law.