What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parts & Inventory Coordinator position at Alaska Marine Lines?
Alaska Marine Lines is looking for a detail-oriented Parts and Inventory Coordinator to help manage inventory levels and movement, order and receive parts, track materials and supplies as directed by the department. This is a Safety-Sensitive position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, physical demands and work environment.
Education And/or Experience
High school education or GED is required. Preferred qualifications include two years of related experience and training in procurement, supply chain coordination, and warehousing.
Other Skills And Abilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
- Perform regular inventory counts, reconcile system data, and maintain accurate inventory records within purchasing and maintenance & repair systems.
- Review inventory data to identify slow-moving, surplus, or obsolete items and provide support in implementing inventory adjustments and ordering modifications as instructed.
- Initiate, process, and track requisitions and purchase orders, and expedite deliveries to ensure continuous availability of parts and materials.
- Review and reconcile purchase orders, packing slips, and invoices; verify order and billing accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and obtain required approvals in a timely manner.
- Prepare and coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, transfers, and deliveries, as required.
- Organize, store, and distribute parts, tools, and supplies for quick access and minimal loss or downtime.
- Operate company forklifts and vehicles as required to receive, move, stage, or distribute materials on-site and off-site in a safe and efficient manner.
- Monitor terminal vendor gate communications, escort delivery drivers as needed, and unload deliveries upon arrival.
- Health Insurance - medical, dental, and vision with low employee contributions
- Health Insurance for your family – we also contribute to medical, dental and vision for your family
- Paid Time off – start with 17 days paid time off a year (PTO) additional extended leave paid time
- Paid Holidays - 8 paid holiday a year in addition to PTO (New Years Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day)
- 401(k) with company match additional annual retirement contribution
- Health and Wellness Program - FitOn
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life Insurance and AD&D – we pay for at no cost to you
- Long term disability – we pay for at no cost to you
- Opportunities for internal promotions/career advancement
- Family friendly work hours (closed on weekends and paid holidays)
- Discretionary Bonus Program
- Competitive wages with annual performance and wage reviews
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, physical demands and work environment.
Education And/or Experience
High school education or GED is required. Preferred qualifications include two years of related experience and training in procurement, supply chain coordination, and warehousing.
Other Skills And Abilities
- Ability to meet a regular work schedule.
- Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work to meet schedules/deadlines.
- Regular attendance and timeliness are essential functions of this position. Daily physical presence is required.
- Ability to work alone or as part of a team with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work closely and communicate clearly with mechanics, managers, internal teams, and vendors to support operational needs.
- Ability to change focus and job duties in a fast moving, time restricted environment.
- PC skills required: Windows, Excel, Outlook, keyboarding proficiency.
- Use of a personal mobile device for essential work tasks such as multi-factor authentication (MFA), accessing Dayforce, and receiving time-sensitive communications.
- Compensation depends on skills and experience
- Posting closes on 4/22/26
- Interested candidates should apply early as position may be filled prior to closing date.