Parts Analyst

Aston Carter; United States; Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Parts Analyst to manage parts release and cataloging for new and existing model launches. You will analyze BOMs, CAD drawings, and reference data to determine optimal service part levels and support global launches.

Hybrid work setup in Dearborn, MI with focus on cross-functional collaboration among Product Development, supply chain, and After Sales. The role emphasizes accuracy, timely feedback to dealers, and ensuring high parts availability through effective project

Qualifications

• 2+ lines of essential PS&L parts analysis and supply chain experience.
• Experience supporting dealerships, supply chain, logistics, and project management related to service parts.
• Familiar with enterprise systems like WERS, CMMS, TeamCenter, and PCII.
• Strong Excel, PowerPoint, and Access skills for data analysis and reporting; Alteryx/QlikView a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide program management and parts analysis support for new, current, and past model service parts availability with objective of 98% parts availability at launch.
• Release and catalog service parts to support new model program launches globally for North American lead-engineered lines.
• Analyze drawings, BOMs, and reference data to determine service part levels for vehicle repair.
• Collaborate with Product Development and After Sales/Service to address service level concerns.
• Assess interchangeability of parts across model changes.
• Support PS&L activities including purchasing, supply chain, packaging, quality, and distribution.
• Provide timely dealer and affiliate feedback regarding commodity issues in catalog sections.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure on-time shipments aligned with launch timing.
• Deliver departmental objectives related to parts releasing, cataloging, and catalog quality.

Skills

Parts analysis

PS&L parts analysis

Supply chain

Dealership parts

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Access

WERS

CMMS

TeamCenter

PCII

Alteryx

QlikView

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

WERS

CMMS

TeamCenter

PCII

Alteryx

QlikView

Job description

Job Title: Parts Analyst

Job Description

The Parts Analyst provides program management and parts analysis support to ensure best-in-class service parts availability for new, current, and past model vehicles. This role focuses on releasing and cataloging service parts for global new model program launches, analyzing technical and engineering data to determine appropriate service part levels, and supporting supply chain and dealer-facing activities to achieve high parts availability at vehicle launch and throughout the product lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Provide program management and parts analysis support for new, current, and past model service parts availability with the objective of achieving 98% parts availability at new model launch.
• Release and catalog service parts to support new model program launches globally for all North American lead-engineered vehicle lines.
• Analyze WERS, PCII, 2D technical drawings, CAD data, bills of material, product letters, marketing information, and other reference materials to determine appropriate service part levels required for vehicle repair.
• Identify and support new model service part needs through collaboration with Product Development, Special Equipment Options, and After Sales/Service activities to address service level concerns and ensure service requirements are considered.
• Analyze current and past model engineering changes to determine service interchangeability between previous and newly engineered parts.
• Support downstream PS&L activities, including purchasing, supply chain, packaging, quality, and distribution, to ensure best-in-class parts availability for customers.
• Provide timely feedback to dealers and global affiliates regarding issues related to commodities within assigned sections of the parts catalog.
• Support suppliers to help ensure part shipments are on time and aligned with new model launch timing.
• Deliver all departmental objectives related to parts releasing, cataloging, customer inquiries, and catalog quality, maintaining high accuracy and adherence to deadlines.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of experience in PS&L parts analysis and supply chain, or in dealership or aftermarket parts environments.
• Ability to work with bills of material and understand their application in parts analysis and cataloging.
• Experience supporting dealerships, supply chain, logistics, and project management activities related to service parts.
• Familiarity with enterprise systems such as WERS, CMMS, TeamCenter, and Part Control/PCII.
• Ability to read and interpret 2D technical drawings and CAD data to determine appropriate service part requirements.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Access for data analysis and reporting; familiarity with Alteryx or QlikView is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to self-start, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and adhere to established deadlines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for effective collaboration with internal teams, suppliers, and dealers.
• Goal-oriented mindset with the ability to interpret data, evaluate actions, and reach logical, data-driven conclusions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate degree required in a relevant field.
• Bachelors degree preferred.
• Experience in PS&L parts analysis, supply chain operations, dealership parts, or aftermarket parts is highly beneficial.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Access, with experience using analytics tools such as Alteryx or QlikView considered an advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks effectively, and manage projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement in parts availability and catalog quality.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams, including product development, supply chain, purchasing, and quality.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Dearborn, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.08 - $33.08/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Dearborn, MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Dearborn,MI.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.