Parts Manager

A Parts Manager needs to perform well under pressure and understand the fluctuating needs for various replacement parts to excel in the role. They’re responsible for keeping the business well-stocked and communicating effectively with various departments both within and outside the organization.

Some day-to-day Parts Manager job duties include:

• Forecasting parts needs and ordering parts to maintain optimal inventory levels
• Monitoring the current parts inventory
• Sourcing and pricing parts to maintain profitability
• Receiving parts, including placing them into inventory and properly accounting for them
• Overseeing work orders
• Converting paper work orders to electronic form
• Assisting in the development and implementation of processes for parts and work orders
• Issuing purchase orders
• Collaborating with maintenance teams to ensure all parts are available for repair jobs
• Submitting and/or monitoring all parts warranty and return claims within the required timeframe to receive maximum credit
• Negotiating and maximizing use of all order discount programs
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications - Experience, Skills, and Knowledge:

• Previous experience in Parts Department operations preferred (Tractor-Trailer experience a plus)
• Previous experience utilizing parts or fleet maintenance management systems preferred, such as:
  • AMCS
  • Dossier
  • Fleet.io
• Ability to use standard desktop load applications such as Microsoft Office and Internet functions
• Ability to speak effectively one-on-one and within a group
• Basic understanding of financial principles relative to Parts Department operations
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to analyze and interpret internal reports
• Works in a standard office environment, including consistently viewing a computer monitor and using keyboard/mouse
• Bilingual a plus (Spanish-speaking)
• Physical requirements include ability to lift up to 75lbs. daily
• Ability to stand for long periods of time (at parts counter)
• Active Driver’s License with good driving record
• Pre-Employment Drug Screen

Job Type: Full-time; Monday to Friday with weekends as needed
Salary: $45,000 – $50,000/year with room for growth (Variable upon experience)

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance