PGT Trucking in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking an experienced Central Purchasing & Supplier Negotiator to work in our corporate facility. In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day parts management for all PGT shops. We are looking for a detailed-oriented individual with a solid background in parts management and negotiation.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage a computerized inventory of parts, supplies, and materials to support service operations.
• Verify the physical stock count against the inventory database.
• Conduct scheduled inventories, ensuring adequate stock levels of truck parts, supplies, and materials.
• Reorder items as appropriate; purge obsolete or slow-moving inventory.
• Correct and report any inventory discrepancies.
• Negotiate with competitive vendors; compare prices for cost-effectiveness; evaluate the quality and suitability of materials and supplies and recommend appropriate vendors.
• Maintain the parts room and storage area; receive, inspect, and store truck parts and materials properly.
• Maintain and assign identification numbers on all parts and bin locations.
• Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, and work cooperatively.
• Check and compare invoices of parts and materials received for accuracy.
• Contact vendors and distributors to verify charges for items received, ensuring proper credit for items not delivered, core credits, and warranty claims when necessary.
• Set up an accurate parts master, barcode all parts, and manage inventory to prevent shortages.
• Code and enter work orders.
• Manage client invoicing.
• Administer and maintain part return programs.
• Act as a liaison with clients to troubleshoot problems.
• Interact with corporate sales staff and technicians.
• Update and distribute weekly and monthly reports to management.
• Maintain inventory lists and track purchase orders.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Three years of experience in heavy-duty parts management.
• Experience in negotiating National Account Purchasing Agreements.
• Considerable knowledge of parts, materials, and supplies associated with the operation of a truck and/or auto repair shop.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of inventory control.
• Working knowledge of computers, spreadsheets, and the ability to read parts diagrams.
• Ability to organize, implement, and prioritize work activities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal direction; self-motivated.
• High school diploma; college degree or with two to five years of experience working in a high-volume parts department servicing over-the-counter and service operations.
• Excellent telephone skills, previous Paragon, and AS400 software experience is required.
• A test may be required to determine skill level and aptitude.