Parts Manager

CRST International•Edgewood, KY

39d•$71,995 - $115,215•Onsite

About The Position

The Parts Manager owns shop-level parts operations by managing inventory accuracy, availability and cost control while performing hands-on parts handling to support safe, timely and efficient maintenance execution. This role partners closely with mechanics and shop leadership to ensure parts processes run smoothly and consistently.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Experience in fleet maintenance, transportation or equipment repair environments
Hands-on experience managing parts inventory in a shop or warehouse setting
Strong operational judgment and ability to interpret usage data and take corrective action
Experience using inventory or maintenance systems to track parts and transactions
Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy, organization and compliance
Ability to safely perform physical work in a shop or warehouse environment, including lifting up to 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

A two-year degree
Forklift or material-handling equipment experience
Experience improving inventory accuracy or parts flow

Responsibilities

Own inventory accuracy through cycle counts, audits and ongoing usage monitoring
Manage min and max levels to ensure parts availability while reducing emergency and local purchases
Analyze parts usage to reduce waste, excess inventory and unnecessary spend
Ensure purchasing, receiving and invoicing comply with CRST guidelines and documentation standards
Audit vendor shipments and invoices and resolve pricing or delivery discrepancies
Perform hands-on parts handling including receiving, stocking, organizing and lifting materials
Execute all purchasing, receiving, issuing and return processes in line with Parts Team SOPs
Support mechanics and shop leadership by resolving parts issues and maintaining organized storage areas
Provide informal guidance and training support to Parts Coordinators and new team members