Asst Mgr Parts

The Assistant Parts Manager is responsible for assisting the Parts Manager with the management and supervision of all parts and service order processing. 

This position is located at the Baton Rouge, LA branch for MGX Equipment Services and reports to the Parts Manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Develop annual objectives for the parts department and each employee in order to attain sales and profit goals.
• Obtain and prepare parts quotes.
• Maintain current customer base by coordinating with PSSRs and a knowledgeable staff to provide a reliable parts supply to the customer. 
• Manage parts ordering from manufacturers and communicating with vendors for special purchases; expedite backorders. 
• Maintain accurate inventory of fast moving and performing stock.
• Schedule opening and closing hours for employees.
• Coordinate daily with Sales and Service/Rental departments.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred. 
• Minimum of two (2) years of parts operations and inventory management experience. Previous experience as a supervisor/manager in the construction or heavy equipment industry is preferred.
• Mechanical background or crane parts experience preferred.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Possess exceptional customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Must be able to prioritize tasks, delegating when appropriate.
• Minimal travel required – 5% of the time or less based on business needs.

HEALTH & SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

• Perform job functions in a safe manner.
• Wear all Personal Protective Equipment (P.P.E.) required by Company policy for the job being performed. 
• Know and follow established job specific and facility wide safety and health procedures and rules.
• Actively participate in safety and health training and demonstrate competency based on training received. 
• Bring safety and health issues, unsafe acts, and safety suggestions to management’s attention or correct those you can.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

This is a full-time position with typical working hours between 7:00 am to 4:00 pm. Additional hours and weekend work may be possible based on business conditions. 

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position will be located in an office and shop environment, with considerable exposure to elements such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises. While performing the duties of this job, the employees is occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. There is frequent lifting and/or moving of up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 

BENEFITS

• Competitive total rewards package including benefits and 401(k) beginning day one of employment.
• Continuing education and training opportunities; tuition reimbursement for those who qualify. 
• Vacation and Holiday Pay
• Paid Parental Leave
• Team building, engagement events, and community involvement
• Scholarship Program
• And much more!

PAY:

• This position offers a base salary between $64,000 to $74,000 annually depending on qualifications and experience, as well as participation in a variable compensation incentive plan. Pay is provided on a bi-weekly basis and there are 14 days in the pay period, beginning on a Monday and ending on a Sunday.

EOE / DISABLED / VETERAN

 

 

The Manitowoc Company, Inc. was founded in 1902 and has over a 120-year tradition of providing high-quality, customer-focused products and support services to its markets. Manitowoc is one of the world's leading providers of engineered lifting solutions. Manitowoc, through its wholly-owned subsidiaries, designs, manufa