Parts Manager / Inventory Specialist

Blueprint Search Group•Cullowhee, NC

3d•$25 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Blueprint Search Group is recruiting an Inventory Specialist for a specialty vehicle manufacturer in Deep Gap, North Carolina. The company manufactures, customizes, and modifies ambulances and emergency response vehicles. This role oversees parts inventory, coordinates purchasing, manages vendor relationships, and ensures production teams have the materials and components they need. It is a hands-on position supporting production operations by maintaining accurate inventory, preventing shortages, and ensuring parts are available when needed. The role works with technicians, production staff, and suppliers.

Requirements

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accurate records.
Experience ordering parts, communicating with suppliers, and tracking purchase orders.
Familiarity with inventory management software, computerized parts systems, or ERP platforms.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Excel and inventory tracking tools.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and coordinate effectively with production teams.
Ability to identify and address inventory shortages before they affect operations.
Comfort working in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in parts management, inventory control, purchasing, materials management, or warehouse operations.
Experience in automotive, manufacturing, commercial vehicles, heavy equipment, fleet maintenance, or a related environment.
Automotive or commercial truck parts management experience.
Ambulance, emergency vehicle, or specialty vehicle manufacturing experience.
Parts purchasing and vendor negotiation experience.
Manufacturing inventory and material planning experience.
Familiarity with bills of materials (BOMs) and production work orders.
Experience with inventory management systems or ERP software.
Warehouse organization and process improvement experience.
Shipping, receiving, and logistics coordination experience.
Experience supporting fabrication, assembly, or vehicle upfitting operations.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily parts department operations, including inventory organization, storage, and distribution.
Maintain accurate inventory records for parts, materials, tools, and components used in specialty vehicle manufacturing.
Monitor stock levels and maintain supplies of frequently used parts.
Establish and maintain inventory locations, labeling systems, and tracking procedures.
Conduct inventory counts, cycle counts, and reconciliations; identify discrepancies, shortages, damaged materials, and obsolete stock.
Implement inventory controls to minimize waste, reduce unnecessary purchases, and improve accuracy.
Order parts, materials, and supplies for current and upcoming production projects.
Communicate with suppliers about pricing, availability, lead times, and deliveries; track purchase orders and follow up on delayed shipments.
Research replacement parts and alternative components, compare supplier pricing and availability, and coordinate returns, exchanges, warranty claims, and damaged shipments.
Maintain supplier relationships and identify opportunities to improve purchasing efficiency.
Work with production managers, fabricators, electrical technicians, and other staff to determine material requirements.
Ensure parts are available for vehicle builds, modifications, and repairs; anticipate upcoming needs and communicate shortages or delays.
Organize and distribute parts according to work orders or production schedules, and help technicians identify the correct parts for vehicle applications.
Help resolve parts-related issues that could affect project timelines.
Receive shipments and verify quantities, part numbers, and condition against purchase orders; inspect for missing, damaged, or incorrect items.
Document purchases, receipts, returns, and inventory adjustments; maintain vendor, pricing, and purchasing records.
Coordinate storage and proper handling of incoming materials and support shipping and receiving as needed.