Job Description

Critical Spare Parts Lead

• Contract Duration: 12 months- potential extension.
• Location: On site 5 days a week in Quintana, TX.
• Hours: 9/80 schedule
• Pay rate: $40.00- $60.00 per hour/ W2- Please note this contract does not include benefits
• TWIC required

We are recruiting for a Critical Spare Parts, Strategy Lead for joining our client on site in Quintana, TX for an initial 12 month contract. This is a great opportunity to join a large Engineering, Oil & Gas company.

This role is for a spare parts management specialist in a relatively new industrial facility. The facility has a lot of industrial equipment and when critical parts fail, they need to be repaired quickly. Currently, the process is inefficient parts must be located and shipped in, delaying repairs. The goal is to reduce repair time by ensuring the right spare parts are already available.

Key Responsibilities:

• Spare Parts Management: Identify, track, and ensure availability of critical spare parts.
• Data Analysis & Documentation: Compare manufacturer-recommended spare parts lists with on-site inventory, verify stock, and determine missing parts.
• SAP & Excel Usage: Conduct research in SAP (Equipment & Material Master Data), use spreadsheets for recommendations, and coordinate SAP updates with on-site personnel.
• Obsolete Parts Identification: Identify and research outdated parts, obtain manufacturer information, and recommend alternatives.
• Strong Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

Skills/ experience include:

• Experience managing and stocking industrial spare parts.
• Machinist background preferred—someone looking to transition from hands-on work to a desk job.
• Strong attention to detail—small details can significantly impact operations. Able to spot discrepancies in data and documentation.
• Comfortable using SAP and Excel for analysis and reporting.
• Experience with industrial machinery (repair background is helpful but not required).
• Proven success in leading or coordinating cross-functional projects.
• Hands-on use of SAP for maintenance and materials management.
• Familiarity with OEM engagement (spares, service contracts, BOM updates)
• Results-Driven- Focused on closing gaps and demonstrating progress through KPIs
• Proactive- Anticipates issues (e.g., long lead times, obsolescence) and acts early
• Self-Directed & Independent- Takes initiative, drives progress without heavy supervision, and stays focused on objectives even in complex environments.

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