Parts Manager

Performance Equipment Sales•Erie, CO

27d•Onsite

About The Position

The Parts Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the parts department including inventory control, parts ordering and sourcing, and supervision of parts staff. This role is critical to keeping equipment rental-ready, minimizing downtime, and ensuring parts are available to support field technicians and shop operations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
3+ years of experience in parts management, inventory control, or yard operations, preferably in heavy equipment, construction, or rental industry.
Working knowledge of heavy equipment components and parts terminology.
Experience with inventory or rental management software.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record.
Subject to random and suspicion drug tests as part of the company driver program.
Ability to operate a forklift or telehandler (certification can be provided upon hire).
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to communicate effectively with technicians, vendors, and customers.

Nice To Haves

Prior supervisory or lead experience.
Familiarity with OEM parts catalogs for major equipment brands used by the company.

Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of the parts department, including ordering, receiving, stocking, and issuing parts for equipment maintenance and repair.
Maintain accurate parts inventory records using [inventory/rental software system]; conduct regular cycle counts and physical inventories.
Source parts from vendors and OEM suppliers; negotiate pricing and maintain vendor relationships to control costs and lead times.
Coordinate with the Service/Shop Manager and field technicians to ensure parts availability aligns with maintenance and repair schedules.
Supervise, schedule, and train parts staff; assign daily tasks and monitor performance.
Maintain compliance with OSHA workplace safety standards and company safety policies within the yard and parts department.
Operate yard equipment (e.g., forklifts, telehandlers) as needed to load and unload parts.
Track warranty parts claims and returns; process core returns and vendor credits.
Support month-end inventory reporting and cost control in coordination with the office/accounting team.
Other duties as assigned.