Parts Supervisor

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.•Memphis, TN

About The Position

Under general direction, the Parts Supervisor is an entry-level people-management role leading junior parts personnel at the shop level. The position manages terminal inventory, audits, and parts ordering and receiving to maintain workflow in accordance with J.B. Hunt’s needs. It also carries out personnel management activities, including staffing, performance management, annual reviews, and time and attendance. The role may involve working outdoors and in the elements, across multiple shifts including nights or weekends, and overtime. Full-time attendance is required. The role manages inventory and parts processes at the terminal and/or on service trucks, supports the company’s safety culture, and completes reporting and inventory-control tasks. A high school diploma or GED, three years of related inventory experience and/or military-equivalent experience, forklift certification, and a valid driver’s license with a clean motor vehicle record are required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Three years of related inventory experience and/or military-equivalent experience.
Forklift certification.
Valid driver's license.
Clean motor vehicle record per J.B. Hunt standards.

Nice To Haves

Ability to lift or move appliances weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to wear appropriate work attire, including protective gear and PPE.
Advanced math skills.
Experience conducting research.
Experience in inventory management.
Experience in the transportation industry.
Experience managing or supervising a team.
Experience with statistics.
Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
Interest in learning new technologies and software applications.
Proficient analytical skills.
Proficient deductive reasoning skills.
Proficient organizational skills.
Proficient problem-solving skills.
Self-motivated.

Responsibilities

Manage terminal parts inventory, including processing purchase orders, receiving inbound shipments, verifying receipts, stocking parts in designated locations, and updating information systems.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Promote a safe work environment in compliance with federal and state regulations.
Carry out personnel management tasks, including staffing, performance management, annual reviews, and time and attendance.
Complete regular inventory reports as requested by leadership.
Manage inventory levels across the terminal and/or service trucks to minimize down units and lower costs.
Conduct cycle counts and periodic inventories; retain and ship parts according to warranty-retention and core-management guidelines.
Ensure parts are billed to equipment in accordance with work orders.
Verify and maintain the quantity and quality of parts in inventory.

Benefits

Medical benefit.
Dental benefit.
Vision benefit.
401(k) retirement plan.
Life insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Paid time off commensurate with tenure, including vacation and sick time.
Six weeks of paid maternity leave and two weeks of paid parental leave.
Six paid holidays annually.
Position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes, subject to company plan terms.