Shipping & Receiving Specialist Jobs

Department……………... Parts & Accessories Department

Supervisor………………. Parts & Accessories Manager

About Us

Welcome to California Harley-Davidson, a small family operated dealership that has been in business in the South Bay for more than 45 years. Since its inception, California Harley-Davidson has been a recognizable landmark on the southern stretch of Pacific Coast Highway and a popular destination for both locals and tourists alike.

The employees at California Harley-Davidson are genuine Harley-Davidson people who create a fun, friendly, and inviting atmosphere for all veteran, novice, and non-riders who walk through the door.

The world of motorcycling is a relatively small one. Our club is elite and our commitment to one another is unquestioned. This is what we mean when we say, “Welcome to the family.” Hence our motto: People, Passion & Pistons. Join our family and kick start your career in high gear today!

Summary Description

Assist P&A Manager in all Inventory Control related operations. Operations could include but are not limited to assisting in maintaining inventory accuracy in Parts & Accessories participating in daily inventory analysis to solve inventory problems and performing physical and electronic cycle counting and annual inventories. Supporting Parts & Accessories Manager reviewing the levels of slow-moving, non-moving, and excessive inventory and subsequent effects on departmental profitability in dealership.

Key Result Areas

• Merchandise Receiving
• Merchandise Flow
• Inventory Profitability
• Inventory Accuracy

Major Duties And Responsibilities

Merchandise Flow

• Inspecting incoming materials and notifying appropriate staff of potential quality issues.
• Receives and unloads incoming materials and compares information on packing slip with purchase order to verify accuracy of shipment; may process return shipments from customers.
• After receiving products, make sure that product is accurately placed/stocked and is easily accessible by floor sales staff.
• Assist the Parts & Accessories Manager in the buying process, which includes, but is not limited to,
• Assist the Parts & Accessories Manager and Parts & Accessories team in floor moves, merchandising, and store set up.
• Manage and control the stock room.
• Make sure that the floor is always fully stocked.

re-ordering, and special orders.

Merchandise Receiving

• Receives and unloads incoming materials and compares information on packing slip with purchase order to verify accuracy of shipment; may process return shipments from customers.
• Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
• As assigned, review monthly sales, inventory valuation, non-mover, and slow-mover reports to assist in the projection of future inventory needs.
• Trace lost shipments and/or customer claims of lost shipments, initiates proof of delivery documents.
• Inspecting incoming materials and notifying appropriate staff of potential quality issues.
• Help ensure adequate inventory of materials and products in accord with inventory cycles and organizational philosophy.
• Support in plans of removing non-moving and slow-moving merchandise in all areas of dealership.
• Help maintain sufficient quantities of stock to support demands and sustain acceptable inventory turn ratios.
• Assist Parts & Accessories Manager with purchasing needs and inventory expectations.

Inventory Profitability

• Help maintain sufficient quantities of stock to support demands and sustain acceptable inventory turn ratios.
• Help ensure adequate inventory of materials and products in accord with inventory cycles and organizational philosophy.
• As assigned, review monthly sales, inventory valuation, non-mover, and slow-mover reports to assist in the projection of future inventory needs.
• Assist Parts & Accessories Manager with purchasing needs and inventory expectations.
• Support in plans of removing non-moving and slow-moving merchandise in all areas of dealership.

Inventory Accuracy

• Implement and carry out inventory control procedures for all necessary departments.
• Demonstrate an ability to maintain accurate and current inventory records.
• Work with dealership to conduct annual physical count.
• Help solve inventory problems.
• Carry out monthly physical cycle counts.

Other Duties

• As assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• No Supervisory Responsibilities

Commitments

• Review all P.A.C.E. tapes and attend training sessions to keep current in Parts & Accessories.
• Demonstrate professionalism in providing customer service.
• Treat all employees and customers fairly, courteously, and with dignity.
• Be prompt and available for flexible scheduling.
• Accept direction, follow instructions and work well with others.

Qualifications & Job Requirements

• Experience with Point-of-Sale and computerized inventory systems or the ability to quickly learn.
• Must have ability to get along with a broad customer base.
• Schooling or experience in shipping and receiving preferred.

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to bend, stoop, crouch, reach, and lift 50 lb. of merchandise.
• Must have the ability to stand and walk on sales floor for most of the day.

Working Conditions

• Occasionally exposed to exhaust fumes or other airborne particles.
• As pursuant to California Proposition 65, during your work you may be exposed to various materials and chemicals that have been known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
• Majority of work is conducted indoors; however, some outdoor booth sales are conducted periodically during open houses or other events.
• Is potentially exposed to battery acid, gasoline, chemical cleaning materials or other toxic materials commonly found in a motor vehicle service department.