Fleet Parts Manager

Fleet Parts Manager: Frisco, TX / Remote - The ideal candidate will be based in Frisco, TX but will consider candidates in other locations. 

The Fleet COE Parts Manager leads nationwide parts inventory strategy, vendor relationship management, parts catalog standardization, and inventory control across the Fleet Beverage Operating Unit. Supporting approximately 7m annual parts spend. 200 technicians, 50 internal maintenance shops, 9 Regions, and 3 Business Units, this role is directly responsible for optimizing parts availability, reducing inventory carrying costs, maximizing warranty recovery, and driving productivity across all asset streams (Class 8 heavy-duty tractors, route delivery vehicles, beverage trailers, and warehouse Material Handling Equipment [MHE] & Class C Fleet).

In this role, you will serve as the enterprise owner for fleet parts strategy within the Fleet COE, partnering with Procurement, Finance, Regional Fleet Managers, and Shop Leadership to transform parts management into a streamlined, cost-effective, and highly predictable operation.

Responsibilities:

• Work schedule (Monday–Friday, weekends, travel, etc.) Regular business hours, 30% travel, (50% travel during FMS implementation)
• Typical start time and average workday: 8am-5pm with occasional off hours (keep in mind different time zones they support)

Nationwide Inventory Strategy & Governance

• Establish centralized parts inventory policies, min/max stocking levels, and reorder triggers across all 50 internal maintenance shops and regional hubs.
• Audit shop inventory practices, oversee standardized cycle counts, and lead annual physical inventory audits across regions to maintain 98%+ stock accuracy.
• Drive inventory productivity by identifying and eliminating obsolete, slow-moving, or dead stock through vendor returns, core returns, and strategic liquidation.
• Establish standard fleet shop/ MMU/parts room layouts, safety standards, and hazmat storage protocols across all shop locations in alignment with KDP’s "Shop of the Future" standards.
• Ensure internal maintenance facilities adhere to DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, EPA, STATE/LOCAL and KDP safety, operational and environmental compliance standards.

Procurement & Vendor Management

• Partner with KDP Fleet Procurement and Finance to negotiate and execute master service agreements (MSAs), national pricing contracts, volume rebates, and consignment programs with OEMs, aftermarket distributors, and tier-1 suppliers.
• Establish supplier scorecards and monitor Vendor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), including line-item fill rates, lead times, order accuracy, and price compliance.
• Lead national core-tracking workflows and core return pipelines to maximize financial recovery on remanufactured engines, transmissions, aftertreatment, and electrical components.

Fleet Systems Integration & Operational Support

• Serve as the business Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the parts and inventory module within KDP’s new Fleet Maintenance System (FMS), ensuring seamless alignment between work orders, parts issuing, purchase order workflows.
• Field activation leader for the nationwide rollout of KDP’s new Fleet Maintenance System (FMS), with ongoing support for Geotab & Lytx telematics platform. Travel expected 50% 1^st year for FMS deployment.
• Standardize fast-moving parts catalogs, PM kit assemblies, and shop consumable specifications across all business units and vehicle platforms.
• Streamline emergency parts order escalation pathways to minimize equipment downtime and safeguard customer delivery schedules.

Financial Management & Productivity Realization

• Manage the national fleet parts budget, analyze spend variances, and report quarterly on inventory turnover, stockouts, and parts cost-per-mile (CPM) metrics.
• Partner with the Fleet Warranty function to establish strict parts tagging, retention, and return processes to maximize OEM warranty claim reimbursements.
• Collaborate with the Sr. Manager, Fleet COE to build business cases and measure financial realization for parts-related productivity initiatives.

• $86,000- $110,000 / year
• Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors 
• Benefits, subject to eligibility, and collective bargaining agreements (where applicable): Medical, Dental and Vision, Paid Time Off, 401(k) program with employer match, Child & Elder Care, Adoption Benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Employee Resource Groups, Breastmilk Shipping Services, Dependent Scholarship Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Education Assistance, Employee Assistance Program, Personalized Wellness Platform, Mileage Reimbursement and more!
• Annual bonus based on performance and eligibility

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Logistics, Fleet Management, Finance, or related field (or equivalent combination of heavy-duty parts management experience and technical credentials).
• Experience: 5+ years of multi-site or national fleet parts management, heavy-duty commercial parts distribution, or enterprise fleet inventory oversight across a large fleet.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep technical familiarity with Class 8 heavy-duty truck components (Cummins, Freightliner, Volvo), medium-duty route trucks, beverage trailer parts, liftgates, refrigeration units, and warehouse MHE (electric/IC forklifts).
• Systems Expertise: Advanced proficiency in enterprise Fleet Maintenance Systems (FMS/CMMS) inventory modules (e.g., Trimble TMT, AssetWorks, RTA, Ryder/Penske platforms), Microsoft Office and ERP integration (e.g., SAP).
• Supply Chain & Financial Acumen: Proven experience managing multi-million-dollar inventory budgets, vendor contract negotiations, inventory cycle auditing, and parts productivity tracking.
• Leadership: Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills with the ability to drive operational discipline across decentralized field shop teams.

Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott’s®, A&W®, Peñafiel®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, Clamato® and Core Hydration®. Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig® single‑serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet’s, L’OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities and the planet.

We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation and growth. Will you join us?

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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