Parts Manager in Fort Lauderdale, Florida at Coastal Construction Equipment LLC

Position Scope

The Parts Manager oversees all parts department operations, including inventory control, warehousing, pricing, and departmental accounting. This role ensures adequate inventory levels, efficient workflow, and strong communication across divisions to support equipment and power systems. The Parts Manager supervises staff, manages training programs, and drives profitability while maintaining high standards of customer service.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Strong understanding of inventory control, warehousing, and parts management; machinery preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for technical and customer interactions.
• Organizational and leadership skills to manage staff and departmental processes.
• Basic accounting knowledge for inventory and departmental financial controls.
• Ability to work in both office and warehouse environments.

Preferred Qualification(s)

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
• Five years of experience in warehousing and inventory control.
• Minimum five years managing heavy equipment parts operations.

Education Requirements

• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.

Essential Job Functions

• Direct inventory control and manage parts warehouse operations.
• Maintain adequate inventory levels to support service and sales.
• Oversee departmental accounting and ensure compliance with financial expectations.
• Supervise administrative personnel and coordinate with Parts Sales Operations Supervisor.
• Develop and implement annual training programs for staff.
• Foster teamwork and communication across company divisions.
• Handle surplus returns and ensure accurate documentation of inventory transactions.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Manage parts department staff and oversee daily operations.
• Provide coaching, training, and performance evaluations.
• Ensure departmental goals align with company objectives.

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Proven experience in inventory management and parts operations.
• Ability to lead teams and implement process improvements.
• Strong analytical skills for forecasting and inventory optimization.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Ability to lift/carry up to 20 lbs and pull up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent standing, sitting, stair climbing, and occasional machine access.
• Must pass background check, physical exam, and drug screening.

Work Environment

• Office setting with occasional exposure to moderate or loud noise in warehouse areas.
• Requires adherence to PPE and safety guidelines.
• Interaction with multiple departments and occasional travel between locations.

Work Environment:

Work is conducted in a comfortable office environment but exposure to site conditions may also occur. Personal protective equipment must be worn in areas as required. Although the work usually is not considered inherently dangerous, employees must be careful while performing onsite services. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required.