Inventory Control Specialist - Leith Volkswagen of Cary

Holman is a family-owned, global automotive services organization anchored by our deeply rooted core values and principles that have enabled us to continue Driving What’s Right throughout the last century. Our teams deliver the Holman Experience by treating our customers and each other as we would like to be treated, and creating positive, rewarding relationships all around.

The automotive markets Holman serves include fleet management and leasing; vehicle fabrication and upfitting; component manufacturing and productivity solutions; powertrain distribution and logistics services; commercial and personal insurance and risk management; and retail automotive sales as one of the largest privately owned dealership groups in the United States.

Leith Volkswagen of Cary has an outstanding opportunity for an Inventory Control Specialist to join their team and the Holman Family!

Job Duties:

• Conduct monthly physical verification of 100% of new inventory, pre-owned inventory, and loaner/rental vehicle inventory, compare physical inventory to the inventory listing in system to ensure accuracy.
• Ensure the presence of Monroney stickers on new vehicles, "As-Is" stickers on pre-owned vehicles, and barcodes on all inventory vehicles.
• Follow up on reconciling vehicles with insufficient explanations for their whereabouts; investigate any discrepancies between physical inventory and accounting records, ensuring accuracy and integrity.
• Ensure each vehicle is cleaned and prepared for delivery/customer pickup as needed for Sales and Service Departments, ensuring vehicles meet dealership standards and customer expectations.
• Use the dealership's inventory scan gun to scan the barcode on each vehicle on the lot and off-site locations. Verify VINs before scanning and note any discrepancies or missing stickers on a separate sheet for follow-up.
• Download scan gun data into the Reynolds & Reynolds system. Import vehicle scan data and accounting inventory data into a reconciliation spreadsheet. Reconcile scanned vehicles with listed inventory, investigating discrepancies and recording findings.
• Communicate with Sales Managers or Service Manager regarding job status and problem areas. Notify relevant departments when supplies are needed and delegate tasks to appropriate personnel, ensuring smooth operations.
• Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned

Education and/or Training:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, a degree in Business Administration or relevant field preferred
• Additional education, certifications, or experience are a plus
• Proficient in various desktop tools including MS Office Programs (i.e. Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, SharePoint etc.)
• Familiarity with office technology and equipment, including computers, fax machines, scanners, printers, phone systems, etc.

Relevant Work Experience:

• 2-4 years’ experience in administrative services or related fields
• Proficiency in using DMS platforms including Reynolds & Reynolds and CDK preferred
• Proficiency in a technical or functional area; knowledge of work processes and tools is generally limited to own area of responsibility or department
• Understanding of accounting principles and bookkeeping software may be required
• Reviewing and improving processes, methods, and tools to increase efficiency, accuracy, and security

Compensation: $22/hr

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• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays, Bereavement, and Jury Duty

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Regular Full-Time

We offer excellent benefits including health, vision, dental, life and disability insurance, and 401(k) with company match. Our time off benefits include Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, bereavement, and jury duty. In addition, we offer paid pregnancy and parental leave, and supplemental paid military leave to eligible employees.

Temporary or Part-Time

In geographic areas with statutory paid sick leave, part-time and temporary employees will receive a paid sick leave benefit that meets the mandated requirements.

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