Parts Manager

About the role

Mariner Engineering is a dealer for premium brands including Volvo Penta, Yanmar, Twin Disc and ZF, serving mobile marine service customers across Melbourne. Its Spotswood location is the hub of operations, with a busy workshop, showroom and parts department. As Parts Manager you will oversee the supply of parts to service operations and customers, track down hard-to-find parts, and drive improvements in systems, processes and sourcing strategies.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the sourcing and allocation of parts for service jobs and customer orders
• Investigate and resolve complex or unusual parts requirements using OEM catalogues, supplier networks and online resources
• Monitor and manage inventory within the parts system, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
• Develop and implement improvements to parts processes, systems and reporting
• Collaborate with technicians and the service team to ensure seamless job progression
• Build and maintain supplier relationships to improve sourcing speed and reliability
• Receive, inspect and put away stock and special-order parts
• Provide reports, insights and recommendations to management for business improvement

Required profile

• Proven experience in a parts-related role, ideally in automotive, heavy vehicle, marine or industrial machinery
• Natural problem-solver with an investigative mindset
• Proactive approach to improving systems, processes and team efficiency
• Strong communication skills with technical teams and customers
• Detail-oriented, organised and able to manage multiple priorities
• Current Australian driver's licence; forklift licence is an advantage

Required skills

• Inventory management software
• Microsoft Office Suite

What we offer

• Competitive salary package
• Stable business hours
• Leadership role with scope to influence and improve the business
• On-the-job training and OEM system certification
• Supportive, professional team environment
• Opportunities to attend industry events