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Parts Manager - Heavy Truck and Equipment Industries |
Heavy truck and equipment parts managers ensure that service personnel have the parts they need to perform their duties and have good oral and written communication skills. They source special orders, negotiate with suppliers, work extensively with service personnel and managers and have a strong grasp of inventory control. Heavy equipment parts managers follow purchasing procedures, control costs, create and oversee the budget for the parts department, and manage the scheduling, training and hiring of staff. They are responsible for determining appropriate inventory levels, checking in deliveries and keeping the parts department clean and organized. Parts managers have a thorough understanding of parts and electrical components on a variety of heavy trucks and equipment and must possess excellent customer service skills.
Candidates for heavy equipment parts manager positions should have the following qualifications and certifications:
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
- Verifiable work history managing a staff and parts department
- Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience in the parts and service departments
- Some positions may require a four-year degree
If you’re an employer looking for qualified heavy equipment parts managers to grow your company, contact Maizis & Miller Consultants today. We have the largest active network of qualified heavy truck and equipment parts managers in North America and specialize in time-critical placements. If you’re a parts manager seeking employment or thinking about advancing your career, please browse our job listings and submit your resume.
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