Kitting Lead

How will transportation and mobility evolve? What will the vehicle of the future look like – and how will those vehicles be repaired?
How can the
next chapter of your career contribute to solving these transportation challenges and more?

Nexa Motion Group (NMG) is on a mission to simplify complex vehicle repair to keep the world moving.

We are a leading automotive parts distributor represented across the U.S., Puerto Rico, and Canada, and through patent-winning software and technology, we are revolutionizing our industry.

What has remained constant throughout our 50-year history of transformation is our dedication to our customers, our team members, and to the values on which NMG was founded:
Commitment, Humility, Optimism, Integrity, and Respect.

A career with NMG offers the opportunity to make an impact within a rapidly growing organization – the chance to learn, lead, collaborate, and connect with other solutions-oriented, forward-thinking professionals. We invest meaningfully in training and development, empowering you to build your future alongside ours and shape a career unique to your talents, interest, and purpose.

The Kitting Department Lead supports the DC Management Team by overseeing daily operations specific to the kitting area. This role ensures all kit assembly activities meet quality standards, productivity targets, and timelines while maintaining a safe and organized work environment. The Kitting Department Lead coordinates workflow, monitors performance, troubleshoots process issues, and supports continuous improvement initiatives. This position is critical to ensuring that the kitting function contributes efficiently to the distribution center’s overall success and customer satisfaction.

• Supervise daily kitting operations, including assembling components, packaging kits, and ensuring timely order fulfillment.
• Ensure kitting activities align with company quality, accuracy, and efficiency standards.
• Organize and assign tasks to kitting team members based on workload, priorities, and skill level.
• Provide daily direction, coaching, and performance feedback to team members; lead by example.
• Ensure team compliance with all safety protocols and regulatory guidelines.
• Monitor inventory levels of kit components; coordinate with inventory and receiving teams to resolve shortages or discrepancies.
• Work collaboratively with other warehouse departments (e.g., picking, packing, shipping) to optimize workflow and prevent bottlenecks.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying process inefficiencies and suggesting or implementing solutions.
• Participate in training and onboarding new kitting associates.
• Conduct regular audits of kit accuracy and completeness; maintain documentation as required.
• Assist theDC Management Teamwith reporting, KPI tracking, and operational planning for the kitting function.
• Act as the go-to resource for resolving kitting-related issues in a timely and professional manner.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of professional supply chain or warehouse operations experience, preferably within the automotive parts industry.
• Proven experience in supervising and leading teams, with the ability to provide orientation and daily guidance.
• Required Qualifications – Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and modern Warehouse Management technology

• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency with ERP and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) to manage kitting workflows and inventory accuracy.
• Strong knowledge of logistics, distribution, and warehouse management best practices, with a focus on kitting operations in an automotive environment.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively within a matrix environment; highly organized, detail-oriented, and skilled at multitasking in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting.
• Demonstrated leadership and people management skills to lead, coach, and mentor kitting team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Proven team-building abilities both internally and with external partners, with the capability to motivate and direct daily kitting activities.
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