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Maintenance Parts Coordinator

2 days ago Cincinnati, OH

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Corporate Maintenance Parts Coordinator supports the Corporate Maintenance Parts Lead by providing technical expertise in the specification, evaluation, and lifecycle management of maintenance parts and components. This role is responsible for analyzing part performance, identifying engineering alternatives for obsolete or high-cost items, and ensuring compatibility with equipment standards across the organization. The Coordinator collaborates with maintenance teams, vendors, and procurement to validate part selections, improve reliability, and support cost-effective sourcing strategies. Additionally, the role verifies and updates pricing from local vendors for parts not covered under corporate agreements, ensuring technicians have timely access to critical components while maintaining cost control. Their work helps optimize inventory decisions, reduce downtime, and ensure that parts meet operational and safety requirements, making them a critical link between engineering standards and supply chain execution. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensure parts meet operational, safety, and compatibility standards across diverse equipment platforms.
  • Identify failure trends and improvement opportunities to reduce downtime and enhance technician efficiency.
  • Support cost reduction and continuity of service by sourcing viable replacements or upgrades.
  • Ensure technical accuracy in sourcing, improve vendor alignment, and support strategic purchasing decisions.
  • Support urgent technician needs by ensuring accurate, up-to-date pricing for parts not under corporate agreements, maintaining cost control and operational continuity.
  • Align part specifications with stocking strategies to reduce waste and improve availability.
  • Travel independently up to 25%.
  • Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

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QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, construction, or comparable related field experience (or equivalent field experience)
  • Strong analytical skills for forecasting and data analysis
  • Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
  • Proficiency in computerized inventory management systems
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to manage supply chain operations and ensure timely delivery
  • Knowledge of cost-effective procurement practices and inventory management strategies

Desired
  • 2-4 years in the field of maintenance, expense management (any field)
  • Maintenance Parts or Inventory experience
  • Maintenance service technician

Client-provided location(s): Cincinnati, OH
Job ID: kroger-170053
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-01-09T19:35:53

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Work Flexibility

      • Office Life and Perks

        • Vacation and Time Off

          • Financial and Retirement

            • 401(K)
            • Pension
            • Financial Counseling
          • Professional Development

            • Leadership Training Program
            • Tuition Reimbursement
            • Promote From Within
          • Diversity and Inclusion

            • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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