Spare Parts Assistant

Sofidel America is a leading manufacturer dedicated to safety, quality, and operational excellence. We are seeking a detail‑oriented Spare Parts Inventory Coordinator to support plant operations by ensuring accurate parts inventory, assisting with parts identification, and maintaining effective purchasing and tracking processes. This role plays a key part in supporting maintenance activities and keeping operations running smoothly.

Position Summary
The Spare Parts Inventory Coordinator monitors and maintains the accuracy of equipment parts inventory, supports plant operational and maintenance activities, and assists with parts identification. The role ensures proper application of purchasing procedures and supports the Spare Parts Supervisor with vendor relationships, sourcing, and administrative tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Inventory & Parts Management
  • Maintain accurate physical and electronic inventory of equipment parts.
  • Ensure adequate supply levels and complete records for all equipment parts.
  • Support maintenance teams with identification and sourcing of machine parts.
  • Prepare and ship parts to other company locations or vendors as needed.
• Purchasing & Vendor Support
  • Assist the Spare Parts Supervisor with purchasing plant‑related goods and services.
  • Negotiate pricing, terms, and purchasing conditions with suppliers and vendors.
  • Ensure correct application of Group Purchasing Procedures and Policies.
  • Collaborate with technical staff and accounting to resolve purchasing or billing issues.
• System & Administrative Tasks
  • Operate and maintain SAP or other ERP systems for inventory and purchasing functions.
  • Track orders and support documentation processes.
  • Assist with workflow needs to meet schedules, shipment requirements, and quality standards.
• Safety & Compliance
  • Support Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and HACCP standards.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
  • Promote Sofidel’s Principles, Values, and safety‑focused culture.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of experience in inventory, purchasing, warehouse operations, or a related field (preferred).
• Experience with SAP or another ERP system required.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, data entry, inventory systems).

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal.

Additional Duties

• Pick, pack, and ship parts as needed.
• Notify supervisors of unusual equipment or operational issues.
• Perform other related tasks assigned to support plant efficiency and workflow.

Why Join Sofidel America?

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Opportunities for advancement
• Supportive team environment
• Commitment to safety and employee development