Job Title: Parts Supply Specialist - Campaign Launch & Quality Administration
Location: Hybrid (Remote & On-Site)
Employment Type: Temporary
Pay Rate: $35/hour

Job Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Parts Supply Specialist to support our Campaign Launch and Quality Administration initiatives. This temporary hybrid role involves coordinating parts supply for technical service bulletins (TSBs), managing parts readiness, and ensuring seamless communication across departments to enhance customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Campaign Launch & Quality Administration:

  • Complete campaign launch forms and establish Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) populations.

  • Assess and determine if FFF/QQK parts should be utilized.

  • Coordinate ordering control strategies and ensure parts are accurately entered and priced in the system.

  • Collaborate with MPA to ensure timely purchase orders (POs) are placed.

• TSB/Quality Parts Validation:

  • Represent Parts interests in TSB launch and quality early warning meetings.

  • Administer increasing demand alerts and attend recall meetings.

  • Write and review TSB sections for applicable part numbers.

  • Support parts information-related activities, including validating ancillary parts and their applications.

  • Approve parts for TSB launches

• Parts Tracking & Customer Support:

  • Meet weekly with MPA to confirm parts readiness and prioritize backorders.

  • Communicate estimated time of arrival (ETA) to the field and expedite parts as needed.

  • Coordinate feedback to PQ, KUS, KaGa, or Kia HQ.

  • Collaborate with plants and MPA on recovery actions when parts demand exceeds expectations.

  • Manage ordering controls based on availability to maximize customer satisfaction.

Qualifications:

• Experience in service parts supply planning.

• Automotive technical knowledge is preferred but not required.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

• Strong communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team.

• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and availability.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.