The Role
Our client in the heavy-duty space is looking for a Heavy Duty Parts Specialist . This role is a daytime position with a starting time at 7 AM or 8 AM, Monday to Friday. Preference is given to those holding a Red Seal Parts Person certificate or related accreditation .
The Parts Specialist will play a critical role in maintaining inventory control, handling shipment and reception of parts, ensuring accurate pricing, negotiating rates, purchasing, and adhering to inventory management principles.
Responsibilities
- Maintenance of on-site parts operations and replenishment of truck parts. Supplying correct parts to the maintenance team for rebuilds.
- Assist and represent the organization while at customer consignment locations and through incoming phone calls or in-person interactions over the counter.
- Perform regular cycle counts and physical count reconciliation.
- Process reports and file paperwork on maintenance and inventory counts.
- Purchasing maintenance parts while staying informed on market pricings.
- Negotiating with vendors to land the best price points for materials.
- Accurately match parts to order requirements.
- Arrange transportation or shipment of parts.
- Contribute to proper inventory control and stock organization.
- Suggest layout optimizations and assist with implementing physical changes to improve efficiency.
Requirements
Comfortable working fully on-site and lifting 50-60lbs regularly .5+ years of experience in a parts specialist or advisory role preferrably in the heavy-duty, transportation, or automotive industries .A valid driver's license is required, and preference is given to those with a valid forklift certification .
Experienced in performing physical and systematic inventory counts. Comfortable working with computing systems for data entry.Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, to negotiate rates with vendors and support customers' needs.Providing professional and prompt solutions to customers' needs.Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines promptly.Able to work well independently, with strong attention to detail.Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills to ensure inventory is at optimal capacity.Compensation
$65,000 to $75,000, depending on experience. Open for negotiation to those in the heavy-duty and transportation industry.RRSP matching contributions of 4%.100% employee health benefits.Paid for long-term disability.Opportunities for growth.A stable employer with many years in the industry.Collaborative work environment.#INDSTRIVE3
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