Parts Supervisor
About The Position
Relentlessly Delivering Big Ideas. U.S. Xpress is one of the nation’s largest asset-based trucking companies. But the most valuable asset we offer isn’t tractors, trailers, or even our exclusive, cutting-edge technology. It’s the collective brainpower of thousands of visionaries and problem-solvers. Together, we are revolutionizing the transportation industry by providing innovative, custom solutions. And, here, we believe in the sanctity of a promise—both to our customers, and our people. When we focus our varied talents on reshaping the future of transportation, that’s what we call the POWER OF U.S.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum of 3 years in supervision, inventory, purchasing, or procurement required
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Basic computer skills.
- Good problem solving skills.
- Good analytical skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Teamwork skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in the transportation industry a plus
Responsibilities
- Supervises all parts personnel and inventory.
- Supervises the stocking, recording, and distribution of a large volume of replacement parts for tractors/trailers.
- Interacts with Shop Supervisors, Maintenance Manager, and Service Coordinator in coordinating parts and supplies purchased for the repair shop.
- Develops and prepares written and oral audits, status reports, and part reports analyses.
- Arranges for the pick-up and delivery of parts to and from the local vendors.
- Provides for the addition of stock items and removal of obsolete parts.
- Determines the proper method of shipping parts into the parts department (e.g. ground, air, or any other specified method based on information as to the status of the specific vehicle); expedites delivery of critically needed items.
- Inventories parts, supplies, tools, and service manuals.
- Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.
- Schedules personnel and all personnel-related issues for this department.
- Conducts training of all parts personnel related to parts and parts warranty.
- Manages all purchase orders and invoices for purchased items within the parts department.
- Ensures the proper entry of all parts-related paperwork.
- Follows purchasing guidelines as set forth by Corporate Maintenance.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Basic/Supplemental Life
- Accidental Death/Dismemberment
- Health Savings Accounts
- Flexible Savings Accounts
- Company Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- 401k with Employer Matching Contribution
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Parental Leave
- Short Term Incentive Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
