Parts Supervisor

J.B. Hunt•Memphis, TN

About The Position

The Parts Supervisor is an entry-level people-management position within Production & Skilled Trades. Under general direction, the role leads junior parts personnel at the shop level and manages inventory stock levels, audits, and the ordering and receiving of parts to maintain workflow in accordance with company needs. The supervisor also handles personnel-management activities, including staffing, performance management, annual reviews, and time and attendance. The position may involve working outdoors and in the elements, across multiple shifts including nights or weekends, and overtime. Full-time attendance is required. The role is based in Memphis, Tennessee, United States.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent and three years of related inventory experience, or military-equivalent experience.
Required forklift certification.
Valid driver’s license.
Clean motor vehicle record according to J.B. Hunt standards.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of lifting or moving appliances weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to wear appropriate work attire, including protective gear or PPE.

Nice To Haves

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 and maintain the company’s safety culture.
Perform personnel-management tasks, including staffing, performance management, annual reviews, and time and attendance.
Complete regular inventory reports as requested by leadership.
Manage and maintain 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 inventory parts.

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
Two weeks of paid parental leave
Six paid holidays annually
The position may be eligible for annual bonuses and incentives based on profitability or volumes, subject to applicable company plans.