Parts & Inventory Coordinator
Anaheim, CA - USA
Job Summary
Why This Role Matters
The Parts & Inventory Coordinator sits at the center of everything: supporting technicians in the field keeping the shop moving and ensuring the right parts are in the right place at the right time. Done well this role directly improves first-time fix rates technician productivity parts margins and customer uptime.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Inventory & Warehouse Operations
- Maintain accurate inventory across all SKUs through cycle counts and audits
- Receive inspect and organize incoming parts chargers cables components and more
- Pull and stage parts for field service UltraCare and shop work orders
- Handle packaging palletizing shipping and returns
- Keep the parts area clean organized and operationally ready
Field & UltraCare Support
- Build daily parts kits to set technicians up for first-time fixes
- Ensure technicians are fully stocked before their first call of the day
- Respond to urgent field requests and same-day part needs with urgency
- Convert identified issues into ready-to-execute work orders
- Coordinate closely with dispatch and service leadership
Procurement & Vendor Management
- Place and track purchase orders with vendors
- Manage backorders and proactively monitor lead times
- Verify pricing flag discrepancies and protect parts margin
Warranty & RMA Processing (ACT / AMETEK)
- Process RMAs and warranty claims accurately and on time
- Track all submission deadlines including 30-day windows
- Ensure complete documentation and follow through on credit recovery
Systems & Administrative (Dynamics / SAGE)
- Maintain accurate up-to-date data across all systems
- Ensure parts are correctly tied to work orders to prevent billing leakage
- Track approvals backorders and parts usage in real time
Shop Coordination & Process Improvement
- Keep the shop consistently supplied to maintain workflow
- Stage parts for larger jobs across field shop and UltraCare
- Continuously improve inventory organization stocking strategy and operational discipline
- Reduce lost parts delays and repeat service visits
PERFORMANCE METRICS
Success in this role is measured by clear trackable outcomes:
Inventory Accuracy | 90% target with minimal shrinkage |
First-Time Fix Support | 80% goal through proactive parts readiness |
Technician Readiness | Fully stocked before first call; reduction in return trips |
Parts Availability | Proactive backorder management no preventable stockouts |
Warranty Submissions | On-time accurate filing with strong credit recovery |
System Data Quality | Clean records with zero billing leakage |
Turnaround Speed | Fast reliable response to parts requests |
COMPENSATION & BONUS OPPORTUNITY
This role is eligible for performance-based bonuses tied to:
- Inventory accuracy
- First-time fix support
- Warranty recovery and credit recapture
- Parts availability and technician readiness
Additional upside is available for consistent execution zero missed warranty deadlines and exceptional field support.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- 13 years of experience in parts inventory warehouse or operations support
- Strong attention to detail and a high standard for organization
- Comfortable working across both systems and a physical warehouse environment
- Able to lift and move parts as needed
- Clear communicator across field teams shop staff and vendor contacts
Preferred
- Experience with ERP/CRM systems Dynamics SAGE or similar
- Familiarity with warranty claim processes and RMA workflows
- Background supporting field service or mobile technician teams
Required Experience:
IC
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