Job Details

Position Overview

Parts Specialist is responsible for parts procurement and monitoring the shop inventory.

Job description

Performs responsible work ordering and purchasing class 8 parts. This individual is responsible for maintaining a parts inventory and all pertinent records. Duties involve working with technicians, shop foremen, and customers. Work is performed under general supervision.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Create purchase orders
• Record and post parts issued to proper repair orders
• Communicate with all stakeholders and providing status updates
• Expedite parts to network of repair vendors
• Review backorder report
• Review and order based off of min/max reports
• Process supplier invoices
• Vet new parts suppliers
• Answer phone calls, providing price quotes and other information.
• Perform quarterly physical inventories and weekly cycle counts
• Special assignments and projects as assigned

Skills and Requirements

• Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a parts role
• Ability to maintain calm and professional in stressful situations
• Must have excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Must have good driving record and maintain a valid driver’s license
• Ability to operate forklift
• Lifting requirements of a minimum of 35 lbs
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of Vehicle Maintenance Reporting Standards (VMRS)

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.