Fleet Parts & Inventory Specialist

Beaudry Oil & Propane; Elk River (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Beaudry Oil & Propane seeks a Fleet Parts Specialist – Mechanic to manage the fleet parts inventory and ensure parts are available for maintenance and repairs.

You will work with the Fleet Department, technicians, drivers, and vendors to identify needs, source products, place orders, and maintain inventory accuracy. Knowledge of OEM and aftermarket parts for trucks and related equipment is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with automotive, truck, fleet, or equipment parts, purchasing, or inventory management.
• Ability to identify and research vehicle and equipment parts.
• Strong organizational, recordkeeping, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Basic computer proficiency and the ability to learn fleet and inventory management software.
• Effective communication skills when working with technicians, vendors, drivers, and management.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift and participate in training.

Responsibilities

• Identify and source parts needed for fleet vehicles and maintenance.
• Research parts using manufacturer information, VINs, equipment numbers, parts catalogs, and vendor resources.
• Obtain pricing and availability from multiple vendors when appropriate.
• Place parts orders and monitor orders through delivery.
• Develop and maintain relationships with parts suppliers and vendors.
• Verify parts received against purchase orders and invoices.
• Process returns, cores, warranties, and damaged parts.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of fleet parts and shop materials.
• Receive, label, organize, and store incoming parts.
• Maintain inventory levels and conduct periodic counts.
• Identify slow-moving or excess inventory and reduce downtime.
• Work with Fleet Maintenance to identify parts for repairs and preventive maintenance.

Skills

Inventory management

Parts sourcing

Vendor relationships

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift

Fleet management software

Job description

Beaudry Oil & Propane seeks a Fleet Parts Specialist – Mechanic to manage the fleet parts inventory and ensure parts are available for maintenance and repairs.

You will work with the Fleet Department, technicians, drivers, and vendors to identify needs, source products, place orders, and maintain inventory accuracy. Knowledge of OEM and aftermarket parts for trucks and related equipment is a plus.