Inventory Manager

First Priority Group is seeking an experienced Inventory Manager to oversee the management of parts and materials at our Flanders, NJ manufacturing facility. As an Inventory Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient operation of the supply chain by managing inventory levels, optimizing storage, and maintaining accurate records. You will work closely with the production team, vendors, and management to ensure the timely availability of necessary materials for the production of emergency vehicles.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage receiving, organizing and maintaining inventory of emergency vehicle parts.
• Oversee the receiving, storage and issuance of materials to the production floor.
• Collaborate with the Purchasing Department to process parts orders, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
• Enter relevant and accurate data into the inventory management system, including part numbers, quantities, and locations.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory levels, locations and transactions using inventory management software.
• Coordinate with suppliers and vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Lead inventory audits when necessary.
• Monitor and analyze inventory data to identify trends, optimize inventory levels, and minimize stockouts or overstock situations.
• Supervise warehouse and inventory staff to ensure proper handling and recording of inventory items.

Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience in inventory management, warehouse operations, or related field.
• Knowledge of emergency vehicle parts or automotive industry experience is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business, or a related field preferred.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management software (ERP) and Microsoft Office Suite. Epicor experience a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and solid organizational skills
• Ability to lift and move heavy items as needed
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Forklift certification and experience operating material handling equipment a plus.
• Willingness to learn, grow, and accept change

What You Are Looking For:

First Priority Group’s number one priority is taking care of our team members and their families. You’re looking for a place where your excellence is recognized, valued and rewarded. We seek greatness and we know you do too. You enjoy being part of a team, especially a team where everyone carries their own weight and because of the team, everyone performs better. You want to be paid well, but more importantly treated well. We know you’ll want to stay because how well you’re treated at First Priority Group.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Full Time Permanent Position with a base schedule of Mon-Fri 7:00 AM-3:30PM
• Paid PTO including vacation, sick days and holidays
• Matching 401K contributions
• Career Advancement and Growth Potential

Why FPG?

What separates First Priority Group from the rest is we take care of emergency and first responders, as well as our own. First Priority offers strong competitive pay, company matching 401K, benefits (medical, dental, vision) and a team of over 100 employees including former and current fire chiefs, EMT’s, paramedics, police officers, firefighters, rescuers and more across our state-of-the-art facilities!

Equal Opportunity Employer

First Priority Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means that we provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Warehouse: 1 year (Required)
• Computer skills: 1 year (Required)
• ERP systems: 1 year (Preferred)
• Auto Parts Inventory: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $70,000