Parts Specialist

Washington, D.C., VA Manassas, Virginia


Description

National Indoor RV Centers, a premier full-service RV company, is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Parts Specialist to join our team. As a Parts Specialist, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and managing our inventory of RV parts, ensuring compliance with purchasing policies and procedures, and providing excellent service to our customers. We value lasting relationships with our employees, customers, and the community, and we offer a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain and monitor compliance with corporate purchasing policies and procedures.
  • Create, review, and process requisitions and replenishment orders for inventory of RV parts.
  • Research, interact, and compare suppliers, goods, and services for reliability, product quality, and cost-efficiency.
  • Request cost proposals and negotiate total cost and delivery.
  • Place purchase orders with vendors and confirm order confirmations.
  • Proactively manage inventory and reconcile open purchase orders to ensure timely delivery and prompt payment of invoices.
  • Monitor backorders and substitutions, troubleshooting cost, quality, and delivery concerns.
  • Coordinate and create vendor returns for product credit.
  • Collaborate with Accounts Payable and vendors to resolve discrepancies related to pricing, receiving, and matching.
  • Develop and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers and contacts within the company.
  • Provide daily updates to Customer Service regarding customer backorders.
  • Maintain accurate records of all transactions, purchase orders, and receipts.
  • Possess a working knowledge of parts for each type of unit, general parts required, and understanding of subparts needed for installation.

Qualifications:

  • Previous experience and knowledge in parts buying.
  • Strong computer skills for inventory management and data entry.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills to effectively interact with customers and suppliers.
  • Strong organizational and documentation skills for maintaining accurate records.
  • Possession of a valid driver's license.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks or projects concurrently.

Working Conditions:

  • May require extended periods of standing, walking, and bending.
  • May involve lifting or moving heavy equipment or objects.
  • May involve working in tight spaces or at heights.
  • May require exposure to loud noises, fumes, or chemicals.
  • Will require working weekends or holidays.

What We Offer: At National Indoor RV Centers, we believe in investing in our employees and providing a supportive work environment. We offer the following benefits and opportunities:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance available from the 1st of the month following start date.
  • Voluntary supplemental benefits, including STD, LTD, Life, Accident, and Critical Illness coverage.
  • 401K plan.
  • Over 100 hours of paid time off (PTO) in the first year.
  • 4 paid holidays and 40 hours of Floating Holiday.
  • Industry-leading pay.
  • Brand new facilities.
  • Advancement opportunities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All applicants must be able to pass pre-employment testing, including a background check, Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check, and drug screen.