Truck Parts Purchaser

Cemstone•South Saint Paul, MN

14d

About The Position

The Truck Parts Purchaser is responsible for directing the purchase of truck/automotive part stock and non-stock inventory for multiple locations. This role administers inventory control and re-buying functions, ensuring adherence to the company's general purchasing policy. The position involves establishing inventory levels, maintaining strong supplier relationships, negotiating prices, and ensuring timely delivery of parts for daily equipment repair. The purchaser will also supervise inventory taking, process returned goods, and advise management on vendor promotions and new products. Collaboration with fleet personnel, the Fleet Administrator, and accounts payable is also a key aspect of this role.

Requirements

High School degree
Five to seven years of progressive experience purchasing truck/automotive parts or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Must have background in heavy equipment repair, or direct knowledge of heavy trucks/trailers operating systems.
Must be able to read, write and speak English.
Must be able to communicate effectively with customers, vendors and inter company personnel.
Must have a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Must be willing to get a CDL if asked.

Responsibilities

Direct the purchase of truck/automotive part stock and non-stock inventory for multiple locations.
Administer the inventory control and re-buying functions.
Follow the company’s general purchasing policy; establish inventory levels per location and maintain a good relationship with suppliers and vendor representatives.
Negotiate prices and makes purchases of quantity items in relation to the best purchase price, discounts, terms and timely delivery.
Order parts or supplies needed for the daily repair of equipment at many locations.
Expedite stock orders and direct special orders and drop shipped items.
Supervise the taking of inventory by cycle counting or other methods; select and train employees to assist in the taking of inventory and entry into the computer system.
Review supplier invoices, adjust and solve problems with suppliers.
Maintain required reports and records on file with proper entry of purchases, transfers, price changes into computer purchasing program.
Oversee the processing of all returned goods, parts / cores.
Work with fleet personnel on directing site mechanics and equipment and shop repairs home facility.
Advise management of vendor promotions, specials, new products, and policy changes for cost savings and effective control of inventory.
Work directly with the Fleet Administrator and accounts payable group in regard to billing or pricing issues.