One-Stop Automotive Manufacturing Inventory & Supply Chain Management
Located in the Southeast USA. Many automotive manufacturers and automotive industry suppliers are running out of warehouse space or are struggling to manage their inventory and fulfillment.
BRW can help. We know vehicle manufacturers and suppliers across the country require lots of warehouse space to store products and parts until they are needed for fulfillment or distribution.
You no longer have to worry about labor, equipment, space, or details of automotive supply chain management – we handle them for you!
We provide the automotive inventory management services you need!
Whether it’s as simple as providing storage and distribution services, or more advanced needs like packaging, procurement, sequencing, sorting / break bulk, kitting, etc… we have the 3PL for auto parts’ resources and experience to get the job done right!
Automotive Logistics in the Southeast USA
Running out of warehouse space? Struggling to manage your inventory and fulfillment? We can help!
We have the space! BRW is uniquely set up to service automotive suppliers in the Southeast region. We have nearly 2,000,000 square feet of warehouse space in Alabama and our locations are strategically located to meet the needs of our automotive customers. We know that automotive manufacturing facilities and automotive industry suppliers across the country require lots of warehouse space to store products and parts until they are needed for production or distribution. Our Piedmont, AL warehouse/distribution center is located between Chattanooga, Huntsville, Birmingham, and Atlanta. Our Eastaboga, AL warehouse/distribution center is minutes away from Honda’s Lincoln, AL manufacturing plant next to I-20.
Tier-1 Automotive Supplier Case Study
BRW Automotive Logistics Gives You
More Capacity
Our automotive logistic specialists provide services such as picking, sorting, paleting, etc that will deliver your parts right to the line allowing your department to focus on other tasks.
Scalable
You need the space. You need the people. You need the systems. We’ve got them – and with predictable pricing and no commitments so you can flex and scale when you need it the most.
Less Friction
Make the process easier with our convenient locations, our capabilities to provide inspections, our ability to perform light repairs, and all paired with our state-of-the-art inventory system.
Happier Customers
The results? Happier customers. Really! When we commit to you and earning your business, we help you better serve and commit to your customers.
Our Services: Automotive Supply Chain Management (SCM)
Our facilities are located near all the major car manufacturers in the southeast. By utilizing our state-of-the-art inventory management system we are able to package, kit, and sequence small or large automotive parts directly to the assembly line. We also warehouse automotive parts and raw materials, which we then deliver on a “Just-in-Time” (JIT) basis (so there is no commitment of space). You use as much space as you need.
- Client-Specified Kitting: Our kitting services include picking and packaging parts to support automotive manufacturing operations.
- Customized Software: We realize each customer is unique and our software can handle every detail of your product.
- Parts Inspection: Concerned about essential resources becoming lost or damaged in transit? BR Williams will sort and inspect shipped parts, as well as break down and remove shipping materials.
- Order Fulfillment: We have the space, equipment and experience to handle every aspect of your products order fulfilment.
- Inventory Management: With our state-of-the-art Warehouse Management System, we know where your product is at all times. We consistently receive over 99% inventory accuracy.
- Stretch-Wrap and Scales: We prepare all of your shipments for secure transport with full/partial pallet shrink wrap. We also provide several scaling options to ensure accurate shipping rates.
- Cross Docking: Our cross-docking techniques save precious minutes in the logistical process, allowing our automotive warehousing services to minimize the time between receipt, processing, and reshipping.
- Radio Frequency (RF) Capabilities: We utilize RF scanners with our WMS. RF allows our customers real-time visual of all of their inventory throughout the facility through access to our customer portal.
- Small Parts Packaging: We utilize RF scanners with our WMS. RF allows our customers real-time visual of all of their inventory throughout the facility through access to our customer portal.
- Leased Space: Running out of space? Rent space in one of our warehouses on a commitment-free, month-by-month basis.
When you need the space, we can supply it.
Warehouse Space for Automotive Parts Manufacturers
Warehouse space comes at a premium today. When you’re in the business of manufacturing and assembling parts for the automotive industry, the investment and time it takes to manage product, inventory, shipping, tracking, and delivery can be huge. BRW has the storage space and have streamlined our facilities to best organize and manage your automotive parts inventory to save you time and allow you to focus on your core business. Grow your business without having to build or lease additional space!
- Large Total Warehouse Space: We have multiple warehouses in the southeast US, with a total of 1.7 million square feet of warehouse space to easily accommodate your specific automotive inventory requirements.
- Inventory Tracking: Our warehouse management system (WMS) can track auto parts down to the serial number. For bulk dry resin, we can track it by weight. We provide online load and inventory tracking (sometimes called “auto logistics tracking”).
- Inventory Management: Typically, we use a FIFO (first in, first out) inventory stock rotation method, but we can adjust to your preferred stock rotation method (such as by lot number, receipt date, etc). Kanban, Lean, and Agile manufacturing is also supported.
Key Features of Our Automotive Supply Chain Management Services
- Automotive Logistics Packaging: We’re quickly becoming the go-to logistics company in Alabama for automotive manufacturers and suppliers that need their parts repackaged for either delivery to the assembly line or to another distribution facility. Our dedicated packing team packages everything from brake shoes to bumpers.
- Automotive Parts Inspections: With proper training and guidelines, we can provide inventory inspection and quality control services, and even light repairs (if required).
- Automotive Parts Sequencing: Utilizing our state-of-the-art inventory management system, we’re able to pick, pack, and ship parts in the sequence our customers need them, so when the shipment is unloaded it can be taken directly to the vehicle assembly line.
- Auto Parts Trucking & Transportation: Whether you’re an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or a Tier 1, 2, or 3 supplier, we can help you with your automotive trucking and transportation needs. We can help transport everything from mechanical auto parts and auto body parts to auto materials and raw goods.
- Automotive Parts Sorting & Break Bulk: Give your receiving department a break! Let us sort and break down your mixed pallets so that when they arrive at your plant, they’re ready to go directly to the line or placed in storage.
- Dry Bulk Chemical Storage & Transportation: We can receive and store resin in our warehouses, and subsequently transport dry bulk resin and other dry chemicals to their destination (whether that is an automotive plant/factory or elsewhere).
- Procurement: We’re able to acquire the goods and services our customers require.
- Automotive Parts Kitting: Our kitting services include picking and packaging parts to support manufacturing operations. Some of our customers use us to receive, store, and remove all the dunnage and corrugated material before shipping. This not only results in higher productivity but also reduces the waste at your facility.
- Overflow Space (No Commitment): When you simply run out of space, we can help by warehousing/storing some of your automotive parts and raw material, and then delivering them to you on a “Just-in-Time” basis. There’s no commitment of space – use as much or as little as you need. Customers are only charged for the space used each month. We have warehouse and distribution center locations across Alabama.
Need more warehouse space? We know that the automotive manufacturing industry requires lots of warehouse space. Request a FREE, no-obligation quote to find out if BRW fits your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions About Automotive Logistics
What automotive supply chain management services do you offer?
BRW offers the following automotive supply chain management services:
- Kitting, Subassembly & Sequencing
- Break Bulk / Sorting
- Logistics Packaging
- Trucking & Transportation
- Client-Specified Kitting
- Customized Software
- Parts Inspection
- Order Fulfillment
- Inventory Management
- Stretch-Wrap and Scales
- Cross Docking
- Radio Frequency (RF) Capabilities
- Small Parts Packaging
- Leased Space
Are you located near any auto plants?
Yes! Our locations are close to automotive factories in the southeast. See a map here. There are 19+ companies with 40+ major automotive manufacturing or assembly plants located in the southeastern United States. Examples include:
- Toyota/Mazda
- Honda
- Mercedes Benz
- Kia
- Volkswagen
- Hyundai
- Nissan
- GM
- BMW
- Volvo
- Ford
- Hino
- Peterbilt Trucks
- Freightliner Trucks
- Autocar Trucks
- Tiger Truck International
- Blue Bird Buses
- Thomas Built Buses
- Navistar IC Buses
How does BRW track inventory?
With our state-of-the-art Warehouse Management System (WMS), we know where your automotive products are at all times. We consistently receive over 99% inventory accuracy.
We can use your inventory tracking system or our WMS (Synapse) to track inventory. We are skilled in PLEX (or similar (software).
Does BRW offer overnight or same-day shipping?
Yes. BRW offers expedited shipping. Learn more here.
Do you offer any cargo liability insurance?
BRW has $500,000 cargo liability as well as a Contingent Cargo policy. We are also able to procure high cargo value insurance riders for any amount at rates lower than many of our competitors.
Do you ship heavy or oversized loads?
Yes, through our logistics division.
Does BRW require a space commitment for warehousing/storage?
No, we do not require any commitment of space – you can use as much or as little as you need. Customers are only charged for the space used each month.
How much warehouse space do you have?
Between our multiple warehouses located in the southeastern United States, we have a total of 1.7 million square feet. This allows us to easily accommodate specific automotive inventory requirements.
Can you customize your process to meet my individual needs?
Yes, we provide a step by step process that is formatted just for you.
Does BRW offer an easy billing process?
Yes, if you use all three of our services to help manage your inventory you will receive only one bill making it easier for your accounts payable department.
Get in Touch with Us
Have questions or ready to streamline your logistics? Reach out to us now, and our experts will provide personalized solutions to optimize your supply chain.
Call Us Today
(256) 831-5580