Parts Research & Catalog Specialist

Sonepar USA, Inc.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

Dental & Vision

Paid time off

Parental leave

401(k) retirement with company match

Professional development

Job summary

Cooper Electric Supply, LLC seeks an organized Parts Research Specialist to support catalog management, pricing and order accuracy. You will verify part numbers, assist with data governance and collaborate across Purchasing, Inventory, and Sales to expedite critical orders.

This role requires strong Excel skills, experience with ERP/PIM/CRM systems, and the ability to interpret technical specifications, with a focus on accuracy and timely delivery in a fast-paced office environment located in

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associates degree preferred.
• 2+ years in parts research, counter/service, inventory, catalog management, or related role.
• Experience with OEM/aftermarket catalogs and parts terminology.
• Proficiency with Excel (filters, lookups, pivots) and ERP/PIM/CRM systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret technical specifications.

Responsibilities

• Research part numbers using catalogs, portals, ERP/PIM/CRM systems to identify correct parts and alternates.
• Support order entry, reconcile invoices, and handle month-end reporting.
• Validate fitment and data sources; document sources for auditability.
• Maintain mappings for interchange, supersession, cross-references; resolve duplicates.
• Create estimates using parts and labor to send to customers for approval.
• Update catalog records with content and data standards.
• Analyze returns and warranty to identify root causes of errors.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Inventory, Sales, Operations and vendors to resolve part identification issues.

Skills

Parts research

ERP/PIM/CRM familiarity

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

Excel

ERP

PIM

CRM

SQL basics

Job description

Cooper Electric Supply, LLC seeks an organized Parts Research Specialist to support catalog management, pricing and order accuracy. You will verify part numbers, assist with data governance and collaborate across Purchasing, Inventory, and Sales to expedite critical orders.

This role requires strong Excel skills, experience with ERP/PIM/CRM systems, and the ability to interpret technical specifications, with a focus on accuracy and timely delivery in a fast-paced office environment located in