Parts Purchaser August 20, 2026
Department Parts
Location: Winnipeg, MB
Job Type Full Time
Description PARTS PURCHASER
Maxim Truck and Trailer
1860 Brookside Blvd
Winnipeg, MB R3C 2E6
Do you have technical knowledge of heavy duty truck and trailer parts? Maxim is currently seeking a PARTS PURCHASER. The successful candidate will order heavy-duty truck and trailer parts to maintain inventory levels and ensure customer satisfaction while building long-term relationships with parts suppliers.
Responsibilities Orders parts for all Maxim locations by consulting suggested order report or taking requests directly from branches; this may include placing emergency orders. Negotiates special pricing adjustments with vendors. Works with branch Parts Managers to ensure they understand the programs available to them. Also expedites parts including following up on stock orders and back-orders (e.g. arrival dates).
Maintains and updates stock order minimums/maximums to ensure sufficient inventory levels. Updates price changes and part number descriptions, messages, and substitutions in Karmak. Maintains a central purchasing order form for all vendors and a USMCA book for all USA vendors.
Analyzes potential suppliers to current suppliers by comparing costs, product, and other variables on MS Excel. Continuously looks for process improvements.
Supports ongoing efforts to reduce obsolete inventory. This includes maintaining a vendor return schedule and assisting Inventory Analyst with vendor returns.




Assists Parts staff (e.g. warehouse, Parts Counter, A/P) with supplier questions such as shortages, freight rates, invoices, and reconciling postings, etc.
Qualifications Sourced and purchased parts in a multi-branch, retail environment
Knowledge of heavy-duty truck and trailer parts preferred
Parts counter or order desk experience within the heavy-duty (or related) industry may also be considered
Effective communication skills with varying levels of people
Ability to build relationships and negotiate with suppliers
Organized, sets priorities, meets deadlines
Aptitude for numbers and shows attention to detail
Shows initiative and works as part of a team
Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, email, internet
Ability to learn in-house computer system; Karmak knowledge an asset
Willingness to take purchasing courses or seminars
Why choose Maxim? A competitive salary
Educational assistance plan
Employee referral $$ bonuses
Opportunities for advancement
Robust team environment
Support of a national company
More About Us We provide quality transportation equipment, parts, and service to our customers. Headquartered in Winnipeg, Manitoba, we are a full service truck and trailer equipment dealer with 16 locations from Vancouver to Montreal. We are proud to be a Canadian company with approximately 450 employees in business for over 40 years.
Why not be a part of the Maxim team?

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