Director of Parts Procurement
Covenant Logistics • Chattanooga, TN • Full Time • $153,509–$153,509 / year
Posted on Wed, Nov 11, 2026
The Director of Parts Procurement is responsible for leading the strategic sourcing, purchasing, and inventory management of truck parts to support fleet operations and maintenance across the Covenant enterprise. This role ensures the availability of high-quality, cost-effective parts while optimizing supplier relationships and procurement processes. The position plays a critical role in minimizing equipment downtime and enhancing overall fleet performance.
Responsibilities
- Direct a high-performing parts team across multiple locations, ensuring consistent execution of strategy and standards.
- Conduct regular site visits to support team development, assess performance, and address location-specific challenges or opportunities.
- Oversee inventory planning and forecasting to ensure adequate parts availability while minimizing excess stock.
- Responsible for insuring parts purchased meet warranty guidelines set by truck manufacturers.
- Align procurement strategy with fleet maintenance schedules and lifecycle management plans.
- Responsible for the parts purchase order process for all CLG shops, including creation, approvals, audit and receipt of inventory.
- Design and implement standardized procurement processes, policies, and procedures.
- Vendor relationships and selection for parts, supplies, and shop tools.
- Manage the vendor selection and pricing control process, considering price, quality, and service.
- Ensure that the parts department operates in a safe manner and is compliant with all company safety rules and OSHA regulations.
- Work closely with maintenance, fleet management, finance, and operations teams to support overall business goals.
- Ensure all locations follow policies relating to purchasing and parts management; to include SOX policy, inventory management controls, and purchasing authority controls.
- Submit accurate and approved monthly inventory value reports to accounting.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Must be able to correctly identify parts and have a working knowledge of VMRS systems.
- Must have strong vendor management skills.
- Must have strong negotiation skills.
- Must have the ability to analyze bid data to identify the best overall option for the company.
- Must be proficient with computers and have a working knowledge of Microsoft office products.
- Must be able to effectively manage multiple locations across separate enterprise business units.
- Must possess strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to build and maintain strong internal and external relationships.
Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration or similar field required. 1 year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of education required.
- 7+ years relevant work experience satisfying parts requests and purchase orders required.
- 5+ years of experience in a leadership role required. Experience operating multiple part locations preferred.
- Experience with TMT Asset Maintenance Software preferred.
Competitive Compensation
We believe in rewarding excellence. Our compensation approach balances market-based salary ranges with individual performance, experience, and tenure ensuring your pay is fair, competitive, and aligned with your growth. The posted range reflects the full pay band for the position. The expected pay range below represents where most candidates are hired, based on experience, skills, and internal equity. Candidates with more extensive or highly relevant experience may be considered toward the higher end of the overall pay band.
- Expected Pay Range: $92,002.96-$106,953.40
- Full Pay Range: $92,002.96-$153,508.64
- Pay Grade: 13
- 401(k) Match: Build your future with our generous company match.
- Serious Health Condition Pay: Financial protection when it matters most.
Robust Health & Wellness Benefits
Your well-being is our priority. Our full health benefits package is designed to support every aspect of your health—from preventive care to peace of mind:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Telemedicine Access
- Company-Paid Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
Time to Recharge
We believe rest fuels results. Our time-off benefits help you maintain balance and bring your best self to work:
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Company Holidays
- Time off to Volunteer
Culture-Driven Perks
We’ve created a workplace culture where people feel empowered, supported, and excited to grow. Our corporate perks are designed to elevate your everyday:
- Casual Dress Code: Dress for your day.
- Tuition Reimbursement: Advance your education with financial support.
- Employee Discount Program: Exclusive savings on everyday essentials and more.
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DFSA)
- Adoption Assistance: Meaningful support for growing families.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, 24/7 support for life’s challenges.
- Pet Insurance: To protect your furry family members
Covenant Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Disability/Veteran
VEVRAA Federal Contractor
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