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Position Overview
The Automotive Parts Manager is responsible for running a profitable and efficient parts department. The Parts Manager will accomplish objectives through the use of proper purchasing procedures, inventory control, staff utilization, pricing, merchandising and advertising.
What are my day-to-day responsibilities:
- Forecast goals and objectives for the department and strive to meet them
- Ensure parts and accessories are available for resale
- Strive for harmony and teamwork with all other departments
- Work with the Service Manager to ensure a timely turnaround of parts needed for Warranty and Customer Pay jobs
- Establish and maintain purchasing policies including purchase orders, inventory guide figures, order codes
- Prepare and administer an annual operating budget for the parts department
- Understand, keep abreast of, and comply with federal, state, and local regulations that may affect parts sales
- Establish and maintain programs designed to train, develop and motivate department employees
- Direct and schedule the activities of all parts department employees
- Provide technical assistance to parts department employees
- Monitor parts department employees’ payroll records
- Develop, enforce and monitor guidelines for working with customers to ensure maximum customer satisfaction
- Establish and enforce a pricing policy that balances volume, customer loyalty, and the cost of doing business
- Monitor and adjust inventory to minimize obsolescence
What are the requirements for this job?
- A high school diploma or the equivalent College degree or equivalent experience.
- Two years experience as a Parts Manager at an Automobile Dealership or wholesale parts department
- Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information
- Two year of supervisory experience
- Five years of experience in an automotive parts department
- Excellent communication and managerial skills
- Must have a valid drivers license
- Valid in-state driver’s license and an acceptable, safe driving record
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Commission pay
Experience:
- Management: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver’s License (Required)
Work Location: One location
