Parts Purchasing Manager

Meridian, ID - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

The job posting is outdated and position may be filled

Job Summary

WATERS has been a family-owned business for over 80 years (currently in its 4th generation) opening our doors in 1938. We are a dealer for International Trucks and IC School Buses (Prestige Certified) Collins Buses Maintainer Service Trucks/Bodies Jerr-Dan Wreckers/Carriers Idealease Truck Rental/Leasing several different Trailer Lines and all the parts and services that go with them. We also have several contracts for plant and facilities maintenance. WATERS has 8 locations around Mississippi and as we continue to go were looking to add dedicated team members to become a part of our family!

We are seeking an experienced Parts Purchasing Manager to join our team!

** Successful applicant can possibly live in one of several cities in our territory **

Hours Monday Friday 7 AM 5 PM

BENEFITS:

Paid Holidays and Vacation
Weekly Pay
Performance Based Pay
Pay will be commensurate with experience
401K Program Company Contribution
Health Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance (paid by Waters)
Telehealth Access (paid by Waters)
Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance option
Short-Term Disability (paid by Waters)
Long-Term Disability Option
Growth Opportunities
Family Owned and Operated

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Being aligned with our culture is VITAL. Candidate must embody and promotetheWATERS FamilyValues. A summary of our values are below:

Customers - Customers First. Dedicated to the highest level of customers satisfaction.
Integrity - Do the Right Thing. Maintain integrity in all we do.
Employees - Take care of our employees.
Team - One Team One Family.
B.O.B. Excellence - Be the Best of the Best.
Empowerment - Empower our employees.
Accessibility - Be hands on and accessible to our customers and employees.
Safety - Prioritize safety.

Purchasing:

Monitor all suppliers information to be aware of opportunities for quantity discounts and any upcoming specials where discounts may be offered.
Offer suggestions to management when programs are announced.
Make a chart of order cutoff times for top suppliers and keep posted at all locations.
Work with Parts Director and Parts Managers to ensure all orders are placed each day as efficiently as possible.
Develop processes and procedures involving placing orders from all locations.

Inventory Control Management:

Oversee and manage DIA programs (OEM-required stocking) for all locations.
Monitor inventory levels at all locations including initiating transfers of goods between branches to use current stock versus buying from suppliers.
Keep key personnel updated when parts inventory needs to be moved between branches.
Review supplier invoices for freight charges that should be billed to customers.
Review supplier invoices for pricing errors.
When needed work with shipping/receiving department personnel to ensure order accuracy.

Any other duties required by management.

DESIRED SKILLS:

Must be a team player with a strong sense of commitment to the customer
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel and Word a must).
Experience with Karmak Fusion DMS (Dealer Management System) a plus
Must be able to communicate effectively with Supervisors Co-workers Suppliers and Customers.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Must have the ability to consistently meet production and time deadlines.
Ability to shift priorities as necessary.

Required Experience:

Manager