Automotive Parts Manager

Parts Manager Job Summary

Chevrolet of Milford is looking for a motivated Parts Manager to motivate and grow our parts staff and the department to the next level. In this position, you will oversee the entire parts department. This involves managing employees, checking inventory, and ordering parts. You will also directly handle customer service when an issue needs extra support. Our ideal applicant has several years of experience working with auto parts, out sourcing parts, utilize ebay, facebook and other sources to locate parts and keep customer vehicles rolling out of our busy shop. the candidate needed with leadership and management experience. You also need strong customer service and communication skills.

GM experience a PLUS

Reynolds & Reynolds experience a PLUS

***** THE APPLICANT MUST HAVE ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS TO BE CONSIDERED******

Responsibilities

Manage and lead Parts department staff

Locate, order, and provide correct parts, accessories and merchandise while maintaining the highest level of customer satisfaction

Assist with service management and cross train with service writing

Become knowledgeable and maintain all company policies and procedures

Maintain control of parts inventory and control obsolescence

Maintain profitability

Adhere to all safety and environmental protocols

Oversee training for parts personnel

Maintain parts department appearance and organization

Maintain control of parts costs, system sourcing, and location/storage

Maintain control of parts cores

Maintain physical inventory reports on tires, oil, and cores

Maintain and consistent watch on purchase orders (POs) through the Reynolds and Reynolds system; requiring POs be issued for all orders/purchases at time of order, assuring correct PO is recorded on all invoices

Led parts department staff to foster collaboration and enhance operational efficiency.

Streamlined inventory processes to maintain accurate stock levels and minimize waste.

Resolved complex customer inquiries, ensuring satisfaction and encouraging repeat business.

Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers to improve cost-effectiveness in procurement.

Implemented procedures that increased inventory accuracy and departmental productivity.

Delegated tasks to staff while setting priorities and objectives for the team. Developed parts department policies aimed at enhancing efficiency and effectiveness.

Managed department budget, including forecasting expenses and controlling costs.

Requirements

· Prior parts management experience in a dealership preferred

· Management and Parts inventory experience is required

· Good verbal skills

· Strong people skills

· Ability to interact with various levels of management and customers

· Ability to lift 50 pounds

Job Type: Full-time

Available Benefits:

· Health, Dental and Vision insurance

· 401K

· Paid time off

· Life Insurance

Experience:

· Management: 5 year (Preferred)

· Parts Department: 5 year (Preferred)