Fleet Parts & Equipment Specialist

Job Description Fleet Parts & Equipment Specialist Location: Northville, MI About Us: We operate a dedicated corporate fleet of 140+ semi-trucks in the Metro Detroit corridor. We are seeking a highly organized, data-driven, Fleet Parts & Equipment Specialist to take complete ownership of our parts inventory, vendor relationships, and heavy shop equipment assets. This role is strictly operational and administrative; you will not be supervising diesel mechanics, but you will be one of their #1 resources to ensure zero down time. Core Responsibilities: Digital Inventory Management: Own data entry, tracking, and auditing within our fleet maintenance platform. Set up precise minimum/maximum inventory thresholds for high-cycle Class 8 parts (brakes, drums, filters, fluids, emissions components). Vendor & Procurement Strategy: Leverage our 140-truck buying power. Establish and manage fleet-level pricing contracts with local Metro Detroit heavy-duty parts distributors and OEM dealers. S hop Equipment Asset Management: Maintain compliance, calibration schedules, and repair tracking for all heavy shop equipment (e.g., heavy duty truck lifts, commercial air compressors, JPRO/Nexiq diagnostic scanners, and specialized tooling). Warranty & Core Tracking: Meticulously track and process core returns and manufacturer warranty claims to ensure zero lost revenue for the fleet. Required Qualifications: 3+ years managing parts inventory specifically for Class 7 and 8 commercial trucks. Proficiency with fleet maintenance platform technology (entering work orders, managing purchase orders, and tracking digital inventory). Strong knowledge of local Metro Detroit heavy duty parts supply chains. Deep understanding of preventative maintenance (PM) scheduling needs for a large corporate fleet. Familiarity with industry regulations and compliance standards.

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