Spare Parts Specialist

Formova LLC; Chalfont (PA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Life insurance

Disability

Family leave

Vision

401(k)

Job summary

JBT Marel is seeking a Spare Parts Specialist in Chalfont, PA to support the Spare Parts department reporting to the Customer Support Manager. This hybrid role (3 days in office, 2 days from home) focuses on processing orders, coordinating with logistics, and providing clear customer communications.

You will use Salesforce, Sytline 9 ERP, and Excel to manage orders, generate reports, and maintain accurate records. A HS diploma is required and a Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders and coordinate with buyers to meet revenue goals.
• Collaborate with shipping and purchasing to ensure on-time shipments.
• Answer emails from customers about spare parts requests.
• Manage orders in Salesforce, Sytline 9 ERP, and Excel.
• Create reports on spare part activities.
• Maintain accurate ERP/inventory records and data quality.

Skills

MRP systems

Order processing

Critical thinking

Data interpretation

Education

HS diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Salesforce

Sytline 9 ERP

Excel

Job description

At JBT Marel, what we do matters, we know that the contribution of our employees leads to the success of our business. Our purpose is to transform the future of food; this guides our vision of being the global leader in food and beverage technology, by harnessing the full power of JBT Marel to partner with our customers and pioneer sustainable innovation. Our values show who we are at our best. As we Create with Collaboration, Serve with Integrity, Grow with Excellence, and Advance with Innovation.

As our Spare Parts Specialist for the Spare Parts department, you will report to the Customer Support Manager. In this role you will support the Formova Division within JBT Marel and is located in Chalfont, PA (45 minutes from Philadelphia, PA) On any given day you will:

Responsibilities

• Works with customers – process Purchase orders, manage issues to meet revenue goals.
• Work with shipping and purchasing to ensure that shipments times are meant.
• Answering emails from customers regarding spare parts requests.
• Work within Sales Force, Sytline 9 ERP, and excel to manage purchase orders for spare parts.
• Create reporting on spare part activities.
• Update Team SharePoint with work in process and document issues and resolutions.
• Must maintain a professional communication style in written and verbal exchanges with customers.
• Must manage a high volume of requests and apply critical thinking/problem solving strategies to manage any issues within dedicated customer support.
• Processes transactional exceptions by applying defined rules and seeking approvals where required; escalates complex issues appropriately.
• Maintains and updates records of spare parts transactions in ERP/inventory systems, ensuring data quality, traceability, and correct documentation.
• Communicates proactively with customers to confirm requirements, provide status updates, set expectations on lead times/availability, and prevent rework.
• Coordinates with internal teams (logistics, warehouse, planning, procurement, service, sales) to remove blockers and ensure timely order fulfillment.
• Supports routine reporting (e.g., open orders/returns, backorders, expedite lists) and provides case summaries or follow‑ups as directed.
• Supports inventory control activities, including cycle counting and stock reconciliation, and flags data issues such as obsolete codes or substitutions to relevant owners.
• Participates in continuous improvement activities, suggesting updates to templates, item master data, and process steps to improve accuracy and cycle time.
• Participates in training programs to develop technical and customer service skills.
• Shares practical tips and know‑how with junior colleagues and assists with routine questions, supporting peer learning.
• Ensures compliance with company policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintains a customer‑focused approach balancing responsiveness with accuracy and commercial rules.

Requirements

• HS diploma or GED required
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a role as operational buyer, planner or in an MRP environment
• Proficient in using systems to track orders, data, customer information
• Experience interpreting data and making business recommendations
• Onsite Hybrid schedule - 3 days in office/ 2 days from home
• Must be open to working Tues, Wed, Thurs in office and from home Mon and Fri
• Must be able to work in the US now and in the future without company sponsorship

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• life insurance
• short-term and long-term disability
• family leave
• vision coverage
• and a matched 401(k) plan

We are committed to our employees and will provide you with development and opportunities to allow you to be the best version of yourself at work, at home, and in your community.

We foster a genuine inclusive team culture enjoying collaborative working across our global teams to deliver world‑class projects.

We encourage development - ensuring new experiences and challenges at JBT Marel to feed your growth!

Commitment to Diversity: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is a fundamental value to JBT Marel and critical to our future success. A thoughtful, focused, and sustained effort to work towards our DEIB goals is not just a principled choice, but also a business imperative.

JBTMarel uses technology‑assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support the review of applications.

We are committed to fair, consistent, and inclusive hiring practices globally.

Equal Opportunity Employment: JBT Marel provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and qualified applicants for employment.

We will not tolerate any form of discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

At JBT Marel, we apply this policy to all our employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training.

We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit and business needs at the time.

JBT Marel will reasonably accommodate applicants who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process.

If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact JBT Marel at 844-286-4524.