Heavy Duty Truck Parts Purchasing Specialist

Dentoni's Welding Works, a respected family-owned business in the Stockton / Central Valley area, is seeking a dedicated Heavy Duty Truck Parts Purchasing Specialist to join our team. This full-time position plays a vital role in ensuring our shop runs smoothly by sourcing, purchasing, and managing inventory for heavy duty truck and trailer parts. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate strong organizational skills, and take pride in supporting our technicians and fabrication staff. Dentoni's Welding Works offers a stable, hands-on work environment with opportunities for advancement and a commitment to long-term employment. Responsibilities Source and purchase heavy duty truck, trailer, suspension, hydraulic, and fabrication-related parts from OEM and aftermarket vendors Maintain and strengthen vendor relationships, including negotiating pricing when possible Monitor inventory levels, reorder stock as needed, and manage inventory systems Research and locate hard-to-find or obsolete parts to minimize equipment downtime Process purchase orders, verify pricing and freight charges, and track incoming shipments Coordinate with service writers, technicians, fabrication staff, and management to ensure timely parts availability Maintain accurate purchasing records and assist with warranty claims and returns as necessary Help improve inventory efficiency and reduce downtime due to parts shortages Qualifications Minimum 2+ years of experience in heavy duty truck parts purchasing or parts department operations Strong knowledge of heavy duty truck components, suspension systems, trailer parts, hydraulics, driveline components, brake systems, and fabrication materials Experience working with vendors such as FleetPride, Weller Truck Parts, TruckPro, and Vipar Heavy Duty Ability to read parts breakdowns and diagrams Strong organizational and communication skills Proficiency with computers and experience using inventory or ERP systems Ability to multitask and prioritize in a busy shop environment

Preferred:

Experience in heavy duty repair shops or fleet operations

Preferred:

Familiarity with dump bodies, compactors, roll-off equipment, and trailer systems

Preferred:

Knowledge of diesel truck platforms and vocational truck equipment

Preferred:

Experience managing inventory counts and cycle counts Benefits Competitive pay based on experience Stable, long-term employment Opportunity for advancement within the company Supportive, family-owned company atmosphere Hands-on, fast-paced work environment Company benefits available based on employment terms

Schedule:

MondayFriday, full-time, with occasional overtime as needed. To apply, please send your resume and work experience to info@dentoni.com or apply in person at Dentoni's Welding Works. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and understands the importance of keeping trucks and equipment on the road by ensuring timely and accurate parts procurement.

Offered compensation:

$25/yr - $30/yr Experience and License Requirements Heavy Duty Truck Parts Purchasing Inventory Management