Job Description

WATERS has been a family-owned business for over 80 years (currently in its 4th generation), opening our doors in 1938. We are a dealer for International Trucks and IC School Buses (Prestige Certified), Collins Buses, Maintainer Service Trucks/Bodies, Jerr-Dan Wreckers/Carriers, Idealease Truck Rental/Leasing, several different Trailer Lines, and all the parts and services that go with them. We also have several contracts for plant and facilities maintenance. WATERS has 8 locations around Mississippi and as we continue to go, we're looking to add dedicated team members to become a part of our family! We are seeking an experienced Parts Purchasing Manager to join our team! ** Successful applicant can possibly live in one of several cities in our territory ** Hours – Monday – Friday 7 AM – 5 PM

BENEFITS:

• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• Weekly Pay
• Performance Based Pay
• Pay will be commensurate with experience
• 401K Program + Company Contribution
• Health Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance (paid by Waters)
• Telehealth Access (paid by Waters)
• Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance option
• Short-Term Disability (paid by Waters)
• Long-Term Disability Option
• Growth Opportunities
• Family Owned and Operated

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Being aligned with our culture is VITAL. Candidate must embody and promote the WATERS Family Values. A summary of our values are below:

• Customers - Customers First. Dedicated to the highest level of customers satisfaction.
• Integrity - Do the Right Thing. Maintain integrity in all we do.
• Employees - Take care of our employees.
• Team - One Team, One Family.
• B.O.B. Excellence - Be the Best of the Best.
• Empowerment - Empower our employees.
• Accessibility - Be hands on and accessible to our customers and employees.
• Safety - Prioritize safety.

Purchasing:

• Monitor all suppliers’ information to be aware of opportunities for quantity discounts and any upcoming specials where discounts may be offered.
• Offer suggestions to management when programs are announced.
• Make a chart of order cutoff times for top suppliers and keep posted at all locations.
• Work with Parts Director and Parts Managers to ensure all orders are placed each day as efficiently as possible.
• Develop processes and procedures involving placing orders from all locations.

Inventory Control Management:

• Oversee and manage DIA programs (OEM-required stocking) for all locations.
• Monitor inventory levels at all locations, including initiating transfers of goods between branches to use current stock versus buying from suppliers.
• Keep key personnel updated when parts inventory needs to be moved between branches.
• Review supplier invoices for freight charges that should be billed to customers.
• Review supplier invoices for pricing errors.
• When needed, work with shipping/receiving department personnel to ensure order accuracy.

Any other duties required by management.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Must be a team player with a strong sense of commitment to the customer
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel and Word a must).
• Experience with Karmak Fusion DMS (Dealer Management System) a plus
• Must be able to communicate effectively with Supervisors, Co-workers, Suppliers, and Customers.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Must have the ability to consistently meet production and time deadlines.
• Ability to shift priorities as necessary.

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Work at office, Monday to Friday, Shift work,

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