What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory Analyst position at Apply Today with IAA- US?
IAA, Inc. is seeking an Account Manager, Inventory Analyst to join our team. This position can be located anywhere in the United States. Occasional travel to a local facility is required.
The Inventory Analyst is the onsite ambassador to our customers inventory and process execution. Responsible for working with and consulting branch staff on the auction process, inventory management, vehicle processing and customer asset protection. Assessing and distributing operational performance metrics, monitoring cycle times, and implementing and providing oversight for new processes, branch training and working with account managers by providing customer execution successes and opportunities. The Account Management Inventory Manager will also interact with IAA field operations, sales, and corporate personnel. This role requires a strong level of organization and the ability to transition effectively between branch yard support, administrative, operational and process related functions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serves as customer inventory review and maintenance manager for assigned areas of responsibility
- Reviews branch intake process, Inventory asset protection, yard inventory condition to correct and identify corrective opportunities
- Trains yard staff members on customer vehicle check-in expectations, proper vehicle packing for best asset protection, and vehicle inventory asset handling compliance
- Assess insurance provider sale setup presentation, SLA compliance, and Auction attribute confirmation
- Confirms vehicle attribute accuracy and works with branch staff on vehicle enhancement opportunities
- Works with local branch staff and operational leadership in training on customer SLA expectations
- Serves as a contact for assigned customers; possesses a thorough knowledge of assigned accounts and a clear understanding of how to meet the individualized needs of the customer
- Communicates verbally and written reporting of inventory management findings, deficiencies, and training needs
- Develops in cooperation with branch staff and account management training schedules and training presentations
- Secondary point of contact for the customer(s)
- Provide consultation to IAA operations and customer(s) on all aspects of the vehicle life cycle, including vehicle release, pick-up, check-in, title, and auction to proactively identify improvement opportunities and solutions for both IAA’s and customer’s processes
- Secondary Operational liaison between IAA Account Management and IAA field and corporate staff
- Coordination and problem-solving for customer challenges
- Assist with inventory management, including review of aged inventory and related recommendations at a vehicle level and/or overall strategy to avoid aged inventory
- Other related duties as assigned by management
Competencies:
- Secondary Communication with providers and operational leadership
- Work well with all operations teams
- Works well in an outside yard environment
Preferred Skills:
- Proven track record of success in similar roles.
- Experience in yard operations and facility maintenance
- Critical thinking ability and a focus on progressive, results-driven processes
- Aptitude to influence change
- Detail-oriented with strong time management/prioritization
- Communication skills both written and verbal
- Ability to observe challenges and define resolutions
- Structure and ability to see full effects of actions
- Previous training experience
- Travel and expense self-management
- strong excel utilization
In return for your excellent skills and abilities, we offer a benefits package including health insurance, 401K, STD/LTD, Life Insurance/AD&D, paid holidays and vacations.
About IAA:
IAA, certified as a Great Place to Work®, is a leading global marketplace connecting vehicle buyers and sellers. Maximizing new technology and focusing on innovation, IAA’s unique platform facilitates the marketing and sale of total-loss, damaged, and low-value vehicles. Headquartered near Chicago in Westchester, Illinois, IAA has nearly 4,500 employees and more than 200 facilities throughout the U.S., Canada, and the United Kingdom.
IAA is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship status, or marital status. IAA is a drug-free workplace.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform necessary job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
