Parts Coordinator

Trident Consulting is seeking a " Parts Coordinator” for one of our client in " Houston, TX (Onsite)” A global leader in business and technology services.

Please find additional details about the role below:

Job Title: Parts Coordinator

Location: Houston, TX (Onsite)

Pay Rate: $24/hr-$33/hr on W2 (All Inclusive)

Type: Contract

Duration: 12+ Months

Job Overview

Role Summary

As a Parts Coordinator, you will ensure internal teams receive the right parts on time, with clear updates and proactive follow-through. You will manage day-to-day parts operations, including purchase requisition creation, vendor expediting, due-date updates, and support for parts order processing. Your role directly supports OTIF improvement, backlog reduction, and fast turnaround for service execution.

Key Responsibilities

Parts Operations

• Create, submit for approval, and release material purchase requisitions in the ERP system
• Coordinate with procurement to ensure timely PO placement and resolve discrepancies
• Process internal and external parts orders as needed to support the team
• Update parts due dates and maintain accuracy in shared tracking sheets
• Support PMs with parts status updates and ensure clear communication on risks, changes, and expected timelines

Supplier Coordination & Expediting

• Follow up with vendors to expedite parts, reduce lead times, and prevent missed due dates
• Track open vendor orders and escalate delays or issues proactively
• Communicate daily/weekly updates to parts team and PMs to ensure transparency

Shipping & Logistics Support

• Work closely with warehouse and shipping teams to verify requisition accuracy
• Confirm correct part handling and assist in tracking part movement to support on-time delivery

Collaboration & Communication

• Partner with Parts & Tooling Specialists, Parts Professionals, PM teams, Procurement, and other stakeholders
• Ensure stakeholders receive timely updates that help drive OTIF performance
• Support the Parts Team by maintaining data in Excel trackers and required documentation

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in parts operations, supply chain, procurement, or logistics
• ERP proficiency (training can be provided on internal systems)
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple open items
• Clear and professional communication with high follow-through and urgency
• Preferred: Experience in industrial equipment, rotating machinery, or aftermarket service environments

What You’ll Bring

• A proactive, fast-paced work style focused on expediting parts and reducing delays
• Ownership and accountability to close the loop on requisitions, vendor updates, and due-date changes
• A teamwork mindset across operations, PMs, procurement, and parts teams
• Ability to improve OTIF and reduce backlog through consistent follow-up and communication

About Trident:

Trident Consulting is an award-winning IT/engineering staffing company founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Ramon, CA. We specialize in placing high-quality vetted technology and engineering professionals in contract and full-time roles. Trident's commitment is to deliver the best and brightest individuals in the industry for our clients' toughest requirements.

Some of our recent awards include

• 2022, 2021, 2020 Inc. 5000 fastest-growing private companies in America
• 2022, 2021 SF Business Times 100 fastest-growing private companies in Bay Area