Parts Manager

Truck Art; Wagga Wagga; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free BBQ lunch every Thursday

Early knockoffs on Fridays

Above award wages

Job summary

Truck Art is seeking an experienced Stores/Inventory Controller to oversee day-to-day store operations and manage parts and materials for heavy vehicles and trailers. You will coordinate receiving, storage, picking and dispatch while ensuring accuracy and safety.

The role requires leadership, strong organisational skills, and experience with inventory systems. A current driver's licence is essential; forklift licence preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in stores, warehouse, inventory or parts departments.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with inventory management systems or stock control software.
• Current driver's licence.
• Forklift licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and coordinating the daily operations of the store.
• Managing inventory levels, stock control and accurate record keeping.
• Identifying, sourcing, and ordering parts and components for heavy vehicles and trailers.
• Coordinating receiving, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch of goods.
• Processing and prioritising customer, workshop, and production parts requests.
• Liaising with suppliers, customers, and internal departments to ensure timely delivery of parts and materials.
• Monitoring stock levels and identifying opportunities to improve inventory accuracy and efficiency.
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
• Planning and coordinating the annual stocktake, including preparation, reconciliation of inventory records, investigation of variances, and implementation of corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Stock control

Attention to detail

Communication

Team management

Tools

Inventory software

Job description

The successful applicant will be responsible for overseeing daily store operations, maintaining accurate inventory records, coordinating parts and materials, and ensuring the store operates safely and efficiently. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive individual with strong leadership skills and a solid understanding of manufacturing and stores operations to play a key role in supporting production and workshop operations by overseeing the flow, availability, and inventory control of both in-house manufactured parts and externally purchased components, ensuring materials are accurately managed and readily available to meet production and operational requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Supervising and coordinating the daily operations of the store
• Managing inventory levels, stock control, and accurate record keeping
• Identifying, sourcing, and ordering parts and components for heavy vehicles and trailers
• Coordinating the receiving, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch of goods
• Processing and prioritising customer, workshop, and production parts requests
• Liaising with suppliers, customers, and internal departments to ensure timely delivery of parts and materials
• Monitoring stock levels and identifying opportunities to improve inventory accuracy and efficiency
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working environment
• Planning and coordinating the annual stocktake, including preparation, reconciliation of inventory records, investigation of variances, and implementation of corrective actions

About you

• Previous experience in a stores, warehouse, inventory, or parts department, preferably in the automotive, transport, manufacturing, or heavy vehicle industry
• Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Good computer skills and experience with inventory management or stock control systems
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to improving processes
• A current driver's licence
• A current forklift licence (preferred)
• Full-time employment with a leading Australian trailer manufacturer
• A supportive and friendly team environment
• A stable role within an established and growing business
• Career progression opportunities
• Free BBQ lunch every Thursday
• Early knockoffs on Fridays
• Above award wages!