ASSISTANT PARTS PLANNER at Sims Crane and Equipment

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Inventory Organization, Parts Sourcing, ERP Data Entry, Communication, Inventory Control, SKU Management, Perpetual Inventory System, Cycle Counts, Procurement Collaboration, PO Requisitions, Data Entry, Shipping, Receiving, Warehouse Operations, Forklift Operation, Administrative Support

Industry

Construction

Description

Job Summary The Assistant Parts Planner supports the Fleet Maintenance Parts Planner in ensuring timely and accurate parts availability throughout the fleet maintenance network. This role assists with inventory organization, parts sourcing, shipping/receiving, basic ERP data entry, and communication between technicians, regional maintenance staff, and Procurement. The Assistant helps maintain accurate records, supports preventative maintenance (PM) programs, and contributes to inventory control efforts that improve equipment uptime and overall fleet performance Key Responsibilities * Fleet Operations Support * Assist with inventory assessments, including identifying low stock, misplaced items, and obsolete parts. * Support creation, organization, and maintenance of SKU numbers/internal part numbers. * Help maintain the Perpetual Inventory System, including daily bin adjustments and documentation. * Assistin building and distributing PM filter kits, service packages, and basic parts staging for technicians. * Work with technicians, branch staff, and the coordinator tolocateparts, check availability, and request transfers within the region. * Support stocking of high‑priority and critical parts based on usage patterns and coordinator direction. * Assistwith cycle counts, spot checks, and annual inventory audits. * Help track parts associated with manufacturer modifications or recalls. * Procurement Collaboration * Utilize approved vendor portals to identify part numbers, availability, pricing, and lead times (under coordinator supervision). * Assistin preparing PO Requisitions for parts and basic services. * Coordinate with Procurement to relay local needs, shipment requirements, or order clarifications. * Support updating andmaintainingreorder points as directed by the coordinator. * Systems & Reporting * Enter data into thecompanyERP system for receipts, issues, part movements, and inventory updates. * Assist in maintaining accurate electronic files, including: * Vendor communications * Shipment confirmations * Parts usage logs * PM inventory tracking * Support the coordinator with simple reporting needs such as open order lists or low‑stock alerts. * Shipping, Receiving & Warehouse Operations * Receive incoming shipments, verify accuracy, and ensure parts are properly labeled and stored. * Assistwith preparing outbound shipments to technicians, branches, or vendors. * Help stage, organize, andmaintaina clean and safe parts room/warehouse area. * Operate a forklift (after company training/certification) for moving pallets and organizing inventory. * Support tracking of returns, including core returns and vendor RMA handling. * General Administrative Support * Assist technicians and managers with parts lookups, basic research, and documentation needs. * Help ensure that work order attachments, parts lists, and related documentation are uploaded accurately. * Provide general clerical and administrative support to the Fleet Maintenance Parts Coordinator as needed. Qualifications Skills: Technical Skills: * Basic understanding of inventory systems (ERP experience preferred). * Ability to learn and use online vendor portals and inventory tools. * Proficiencywith Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Teams). Soft Skills: * Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail. * Clearverbal and written communication. * Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast‑paced environment. * Dependable, proactive, and customerservice–oriented. Education & Experience: * High school diploma or equivalent required. * Experience in inventory, warehouse, automotive parts, or fleet maintenance preferred but notrequired. * Familiarity with heavy equipment or trucks is a plus. * Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. * Must be able to read, speak, and understand English.  Working Conditions * Sims Crane & Equipment maintains a firm commitment to providing a safe and healthy work environment for its employees and quality services to its clients. Sims Crane & Equipment is a drug-free workplace. Must be able to pass a post-offer / pre-placement drug screen. Must also submit to a post-offer / pre-employment background report.  * Work is performed in a standard office environment with prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Subject to standing, walking, bending, reaching, stooping, and lifting objects up to 25 pounds at times.   Disclaimer: An employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.   Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Parts Planner supports the Fleet Maintenance Parts Planner by ensuring timely and accurate parts availability across the maintenance network, assisting with inventory management, sourcing, and basic data entry. Key duties involve supporting preventative maintenance programs, coordinating parts location, and maintaining accurate inventory records to improve equipment uptime.