Parts Purchasing Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

A Day in the Life:

This position will bulk purchase parts for vehicles which have long term waitlists or where the vehicle is down waiting for part(s) and the local teams have not been able to procure directly from a dealer. Spending time looking for these parts and facilitating the delivery of said parts to reducing out of service time and getting problem vehicles back on the road as quickly as possible. 

The starting salary for this role is $50k annually.

  What You’ll Do:

• Work with local field maintenance managers and review standard reporting to identify and assist teams on purchasing parts.
• Track throughput and parts availability across the country
  • Ensuring that parts are utilized as effectively as possible if available in one market but not in another.
• Create and receive purchase orders related to the parts process.
  • Utilize all methods to help procure difficult to find or back-ordered parts, including parts web sites, Amazon, eBay, and dealer network searches.
• Collaborates with maintenance management staff and Warranty department on escalation with OEMs if required.
• Monitor and support parts and inventory management process.

What We’re Looking For:

• 2 years’ experience in overseeing automotive parts inventory and parts ordering processes.
• 1-2 years in dealership parts department preferred.
• General understanding of automotive maintenance practices (preventative and warranty preferred).
• Previous automotive part ordering experience a plus.
• Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders across multiple functions and locations
• Flexible and adaptable; ability to work effectively in ambiguous situations 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills  
• Results driven, ability to make decisions and help solve problems
• Ability to build and lead a diverse, high-performing, results-oriented, and highly-engaged team.
• Ability to drive process and organizational change.
• Ability to motivate teams and keep a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision with a goal-oriented mindset.
• Ability to see the big picture and leverage critical thinking and decision-making skills.
• Excellent organization, time management, delegation, and prioritization skills.
• Courageous leadership and accountability.

What You’ll Get:

• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental & Vision plan options
• Retirement programs, including 401(k) employer matching
• Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program for employees & family
• Educational Reimbursement & Discounts
• Voluntary Insurance Programs - Pet, Legal/Identity Theft, Critical Illness

• Perks & Discounts –Theme Park Tickets, Gym Discounts & more

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