Parts Manager

Trueline's client, a well-established organization with a substantial fleet and heavy equipment operation, is seeking a Parts Manager to join their team in Central Connecticut. This hands-on role will oversee parts inventory, purchasing, vendor relationships, and day-to-day support for a busy maintenance operation. The ideal candidate is an organized, resourceful parts professional who understands heavy equipment and can balance cost, availability, and speed to keep mechanics and equipment moving. What You'll Do as the Parts Manager:Oversee parts inventory for trucks, trailers, and heavy equipmentCoordinate daily parts requests from mechanics and maintenance personnelReview parts needs, identify appropriate purchasing options, and consult with maintenance leadership when neededBuild and maintain strong relationships with parts suppliers and service vendorsResearch pricing, availability, lead times, and alternative sourcing optionsIdentify opportunities to reduce costs through competitive purchasing and online/e-commerce sourcingManage and enforce the proper use of the purchase order processCoordinate and assign Parts Runners across shifts based on shop needsWork closely with the Shop Foreman and mechanics to evaluate repair options and identify cost-effective solutionsMaintain accurate purchasing, inventory, pricing, delivery, and vendor recordsConduct regular inventory audits to ensure system records are accurate and appropriate stock levels are maintainedInvestigate defective or incorrect parts and coordinate warranty claims and resolutions with vendors and manufacturersExpedite critical parts and materials to minimize equipment downtimeEstablish and improve procedures for the parts counter, stockroom, and parts delivery processEvaluate workflow and shop organization to improve the movement and availability of partsSupport the maintenance operation as needed with parts-related questions, vendor coordination, and problem solvingMust-Haves as the Parts Manager:3-5 years of experience in parts, purchasing, inventory management, or a related fieldExperience working with parts for trucks, trailers, heavy equipment, or similar machineryStrong understanding of parts procurement and inventory controlAbility to research and compare pricing, availability, and delivery optionsStrong organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to maintain accurate inventory and purchasing recordsComfortable communicating with mechanics, vendors, suppliers, managers, and field personnelAbility to prioritize urgent parts needs in a busy maintenance environmentWorking knowledge of Microsoft OfficeHigh school diploma/GED or equivalent combination of education and experienceNice-to-Haves as the Parts Manager:Previous supervisory or lead experience in a fleet, maintenance, or parts environmentExperience supporting truck, trailer, construction, paving, or heavy equipment fleetsFamiliarity with warranty claims and vendor resolution processesExperience with computerized inventory or parts management systemsExperience using e-commerce platforms to source parts and identify cost savingsKnowledge of purchase order systems and procurement proceduresMechanical knowledge or experience working closely with heavy equipment mechanicsExperience improving stockroom organization, parts workflows, or inventory proceduresOur Client Offers:$70,000-$100,000 annual salaryOpportunity to take ownership of parts operations supporting a significant fleet and heavy equipment maintenance functionA hands-on role with visibility across purchasing, inventory, maintenance, vendors, and operationsOpportunity to make a measurable impact on equipment uptime and purchasing efficiencyCollaborative environment working directly with mechanics and maintenance leadership15 days of PTOMedical insurance with a 13% employee contribution401(k) with company matching:100% company match on employee contributions from 0-3%50% company match on employee contributions from 3-5% Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal-opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.