Fleet Parts Supervisor

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CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY

Reporting directly to Fleet Management Division Director, responsible for managing and leading the daily operations and inventory of Automotive repair part stockrooms for City-wide garages.

SERIES LEVEL:

The Fleet Parts Supervisor is a stand-alone position

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

(The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.) * Develops work schedules for inventory technicians assigned to City-wide garage locations. * Completes performance reviews, makes, and recommends personnel changes within division parameters. * Provides and creates training to staff on new procedures, processes and changes implemented by the Fleet Director. * Manages the Fleet Management Information System (FMIS) database for inventory control and supplies for all City-wide garage locations. * Supports and assists various teams within the division when researching or developing new supplies, equipment, procedures, and technology tools. * Performs and creates quality control measures and directs and develops various safety and maintenance techniques and programs to reduce both risk and cost. * Prepares and reviews purchase agreements and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders. * Performs purchasing coordination for the division, to include reconciliation/oversight of purchase card use, generating purchase requisitions, processing invoices, management of relationships with suppliers and the Purchasing Department, and preparation of end-of-fiscal year Fleet Management inventory reporting. * Assists and conducts financial audits of the Fleet Management Division vehicle repair part stockrooms. * Prepares and coordinates surplus inventory for auction and proper disposition. * Coordinates the procurement, stocking, and distribution of automotive and heavy equipment parts, supplies, and tools to support all city departments. * Verifies incoming orders for accuracy in pricing, quantities, part numbers, and quality; negotiates with vendors when discrepancies occur * Enters, tracks, and maintains data in the fleet management information system, including inventory balances, work order linkage, and parts usage logs. * Researches part availability, sources alternate vendors when needed, and confirms delivery timelines to avoid service delays. * Fills in for Inventory Technicians during absences, ensuring operational continuity and oversight of parts workflow. * Tracks invoices and ensures purchases are compliant with contract pricing and city procurement policies. * Supports lifecycle inventory programs, including disposal of obsolete stock and updates to the fleet system. * Procures tools and equipment in support of fleet operations; researches new products and prices as requested. * Maintains strong vendor and interdepartmental relationships to ensure timely coordination and service delivery * Supports 24/7 emergency operations such as snow response by participating in rotating shifts and coordinating supply logistics. * Participates in annual and periodic inventory counts; ensures data accuracy and proper stockroom organization. * Maintains a clean and organized, parts room, inventory spaces, and supply areas. * Performs other related duties as assigned, which may include night or weekend work depending on operational need. * The duties listed above are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. * Performs special duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school or equivalent Seven (7) years of automotive, heavy truck, and heavy equipment theory/application experience including aftermarket parts experience Five (5) years of supervisory/management experience including financial and budget responsibilities Demonstrated experience in data entry and Microsoft Office Suite

LICENSING AND CERTIFICATIONS:

* Valid Tennessee Driver’s License preferred.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Knowledge of: Supply Chain and Logistic best practices, RFID and Bar Code Inventory control procedures.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Positions in this class typically require standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Work is performed primarily outdoors at recycling and refuse facilities. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, weather conditions, dust, fumes, odors, and noise typical of fleet operations.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Safety Sensitive: Y
• Department of Transportation – CDL: N
• Child Sensitive: N

This position requires pre-employment screening(s) that include: background check, drug screening and lift test. The City of Chattanooga, Tennessee is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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