Service Warehouse & Distribution Associate

About Harbinger
Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbinger’s best-in-class team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts have pooled their deep experience to bring a first-of-its-kind EV platform to support the growing demand for medium-duty EVs and Hybrids. Harbinger: Familiar Form, Revolutionary Foundation.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Customer Parts Order Specialist to support our service team in Cypress, CA. The ideal candidate will be responsible for processing both internal and external customer orders, as well as the fulfillment of material to support all inbound Harbinger vehicles to be serviced. Working closely and in tandem with the Warehouse Supervisor and Service team, this role will ensure all parts required for service are readily available prior to our customer’s arrival. In addition, the role will pick, pack, and ship all material orders received in the Cypress (GG3) warehouse to Harbinger service providers.
What You'll Do:
Apply proficiency in our parts order process, Bill of Materials (BOM) structure, and process flow as it relates to parts procurement
Receive and process service warehouse stock products (unload, label, store, pick and ship)
Establish and maintain a Kanban system for commonly used parts in the service bay area
Perform inventory controls and process as directed by supervisor and organizational standards
Keep a clean and safe working environment and constantly focus on the optimization or process and space
Operate and maintain warehouse vehicles and equipment as required
Facilitate the removal of any damaged materials and/or vendor warranty material to return them to the appropriate department or supplier for reimbursement or replacement.
Maintain records of all transactions as per company policies ensuring all parts/pricing used in the servicing of customers coaches are accurate
Work with other departments to ensure all issues related to parts delivery to the service technicians are resolved in a timely manner ensuring maximum utilization of service technicians.
Lift and move materials and heavy items / packages as required
Use electronic parts catalog, computer for communications with customers, orders, inventory, and shipping as required
Requisition and store service parts/materials and supplies to maintain an appropriate level of inventory
Count / verify materials for each order for accuracy and to ensure that the material is damage free
Review each parts order at completion of service appointment and return any unused parts back to inventory/supplier as required
Select appropriate carrier to fulfill needs, both domestic and international and complete necessary shipping documentations for all NCR material being returned to supplier
Send supplier shipping confirmation and tracking information
Stage completed packages in appropriate carrier shipping location
Keep area clean and free of obstructions
Perform other duties as required
Demonstrate and foster a sense of urgency and entrepreneurial commitment to achieving goals.
Who You Are:
Excellent communicator with superior verbal, written, interpersonal, technical and presentation skills.
Strong project management experience
Ability to think critically and problem solve in a fast- paced, entrepreneurial environment.
Ability to respond immediately to tough questions with confidence
Strong negotiation or organizational skills to protect the best interest of all parties involved
Always Do What You Say, Say What You Do (DWYSSWYD), follow up and communication are critical to the success of the role
Ability to “Seek to Understand”, direct with conviction and seek to understand again
Ability to interpret customer needs and adapt your plan as necessary
Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task
Versatile, flexible, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities
Creative and innovative team player
MS Office proficiency and advanced computer skills
Possess Strong:
Communication skills, verbal and written, listening
Attention to detail and organization
Interpersonal skills
Organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
High School Diploma/GED
Bachelor's Degree (Preferred - Automotive, Business)
3 - 5 years of previous dealership or similar experience preferred
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
Regularly required to stand, bend, push, pull, lift, and maintain hand-eye coordination.
Frequent operation of office equipment, small equipment, power tools, and vehicles, with occasional operation of heavy equipment.
Primarily inside work areas with occasional exposure to varying weather conditions and potential requirements for extended hours.
*This job description outlines typical duties and is not exhaustive. Responsibilities may change as business needs require.*
Key Benefits & Perks:
Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision (HDV) – 100% employee covered
Early-stage Stock Options
Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Parental Leave
Annual Vacation Bonus
Wellness & Fertility Benefits
Cell Phone Stipend
Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens
California Pay Range
$30—$40 USD
Equal Opportunity
Harbinger is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Harbinger is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at info@harbingermotors.com.
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