Inventory and Parts Manager

KT-Grant; Hammond (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

Disability

401K

PTO

Job summary

KT Grant, Inc. seeks an Inventory/Parts Manager to lead parts and inventory operations for heavy equipment. You will oversee procurement, storage, and distribution, ensuring optimal inventory levels and efficient supply chain processes.

Responsibilities include sourcing, supplier negotiation, logistics coordination, ERP usage (Syteline), and demand planning, supporting our service shop and field operations in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in supply chain management within heavy industrial/manufacturing.
• Strong background in supplier management with negotiation skills.
• Hands-on experience with heavy equipment and mechanical parts.
• Knowledge of warehouse management including shipping/receiving and repair protocols.
• Familiarity with inventory systems such as ERP, parts tools, and order management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inventory control, parts administration, stock levels, and order systems.
• Source parts efficiently, negotiate pricing, and maintain supplier relationships.
• Coordinate shipping/receiving, transfers between locations, warehouse ops.
• Use Syteline ERP to optimize stock and automate data entry.
• Lead demand planning, forecast needs, and adjust procurement strategies.
• Collaborate with teams on parts sourcing for repairs.
• Ensure warehouse safety compliance and SOP alignment.
• Align strategies with corporate SOPs.

Skills

Supply chain mgmt

Supplier management

Inventory control

Negotiation skills

Heavy equipment parts

Syteline ERP

MS Office

Organizational skills

Cross-functional collab

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain mgmt

Tools

Syteline ERP

ERP platforms

Order management

Warehouse mgmt

MS Office

Job description

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• Disability
• 401K
• PTO

Job Description:

Inventory/Parts Manager leads our parts and inventory operations. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the procurement, storage, and distribution of heavy equipment parts and accessories, ensuring optimal inventory levels and seamless supply chain processes. Your expertise will drive efficiency in parts sourcing, inventory control, and supplier management, supporting our service shop and field operations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess a passion for inventory control, organization, and supply chain management.

Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of inventory control, including parts administration, stock levels, and order management systems to ensure accurate tracking and availability of parts.
• Oversee procurement management by sourcing parts efficiently, negotiating pricing with suppliers, and maintaining strong supplier relationships to secure quality products at competitive prices.
• Coordinate logistics for shipping & receiving, transfer orders between company locations, warehouse management, and equipment repair to streamline operations and reduce downtime.
• Utilize inventory management systems such as ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) software (named Syteline) to optimize stock levels and automate data entry processes.
• Lead demand planning efforts by analyzing trends, forecasting future needs, conducting cycle counts, and adjusting procurement strategies accordingly.
• Collaborate with internal teams on parts sourcing for equipment repairs.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards related to warehouse operations, equipment repair, and inventory management.
• Align inventory management strategies with corporate SOP’s.

Skills & Expertise:

• Proven experience in supply chain management within the heavy industrial or manufacturing industry.
• Strong background in supplier management with demonstrated negotiation skills to secure favorable terms.
• Hands-on experience with heavy equipment and mechanical parts.
• Extensive knowledge of warehouse management practices including shipping & receiving procedures and equipment repair protocols.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems such as ERP platforms, parts administration tools, and order management systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite for data entry, reporting, and internal communication purposes.
• Mechanical knowledge related to automotive and hydraulic equipment parts & accessories is preferred to facilitate accurate parts sourcing and inventory control.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field preferred.