Fleet Parts & Procurement Specialist

Acts Fleet Maintenance; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) Company Matching

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

ACTS Fleet Maintenance in Knoxville, TN is seeking a detail-oriented Parts & Procurement Specialist to source, purchase, and manage parts for fleet maintenance, ensuring timely deliveries and cost efficiency.

You will build relationships with vendors, create and track purchase orders, monitor inventory levels, and support budgeting initiatives while maintaining accuracy, compliance with policies, and continuous improvement of procurement processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of parts procurement, purchasing, or inventory management experience.
• Strong understanding of inventory control and purchasing principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and MS Office.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure automotive, diesel, and fleet maintenance parts and supplies.
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors, suppliers, and manufacturers.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and purchasing agreements to maximize value.
• Create and manage purchase orders, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
• Track orders from placement through delivery and resolve any supply chain issues.
• Monitor inventory levels and implement inventory control procedures.
• Coordinate with technicians and service managers to identify parts requirements and prioritize urgent orders.
• Evaluate supplier performance based on pricing, quality, availability, and service.
• Maintain accurate purchasing, receiving, and inventory records.
• Research alternative suppliers and parts solutions to reduce costs and improve availability.
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and quality standards.
• Assist in forecasting parts usage and supporting budgeting efforts.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory management and procurement processes.

Skills

Inventory management

Vendor relationships

Negotiation

Excel

Communication

Organization

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Associate's degree in related field

Tools

Procurement software

ERP systems

Inventory management systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

ACTS Fleet Maintenance in Knoxville, TN is seeking a detail-oriented Parts & Procurement Specialist to source, purchase, and manage parts for fleet maintenance, ensuring timely deliveries and cost efficiency.

You will build relationships with vendors, create and track purchase orders, monitor inventory levels, and support budgeting initiatives while maintaining accuracy, compliance with policies, and continuous improvement of procurement processes.