Built a Career in Parts? Ready to Run the Department?

If you’ve spent years in a parts department and understand inventory turns, obsolescence, gross margins, and team accountability — this is your opportunity to lead.

We are a high-volume, professional powersports dealership seeking an experienced Parts Manager to direct and control all operations of the parts department. This role is for someone who already understands dealership structure, factory relationships, and the operational discipline required to support service and retail at a high level.

This is not an entry-level leadership role. We’re looking for industry experience and proven performance.

What You’ll Be Responsible ForDepartment Leadership & Accountability

Manage and direct the parts team in alignment with dealership policy and performance standards
Plan, organize, and control all daily department operations
Establish monthly performance goals with each parts representative
Monitor daily productivity and hold team members accountable to targets
Conduct annual performance reviews and ongoing coaching
Maintain professional standards for attendance, appearance, and conduct

Inventory Management & Profit Control

Maintain a balanced inventory that supports service efficiency and retail sales
Monitor and adjust stocking levels to control obsolescence
Manage inventory turns, gross margin, and departmental profitability
Implement and oversee daily cycle counting for inventory accuracy
Organize and maintain bin systems by size, category, and movement
Ensure warranty and return parts are properly processed to recover full factory credit
Oversee purchasing of supplies and materials for the service department

Vendor & Factory Relations

Work directly with OEMs and aftermarket vendors
Negotiate pricing, programs, and terms to improve profitability
Seek new suppliers and product opportunities
Direct shipping and receiving for timely and accurate processing

Process, Budget & Standards

Manage departmental budget and expense control
Assist in developing sales promotions and internal processes
Handle or supervise resolution of customer complaints
Support overall dealership goals and cross-department communication

What We’re Looking For

Proven dealership parts experience (powersports preferred; automotive, marine, ag considered)
Prior leadership or supervisory experience in a parts environment
Strong understanding of inventory controls, turns, obsolescence, and margin management
Experience working with OEM ordering systems and warranty processes
Data-driven mindset with the ability to adjust strategy to hit forecasted goals
Professional, confident leadership style
Valid driver’s license

What You’ll Gain

Full operational control of the parts department
The ability to build and shape a high-performing team
Direct influence on dealership profitability and service efficiency
A leadership role within a structured, growth-focused powersports organization

If you’ve built your experience in parts and are ready to lead with accountability, discipline, and vision — we want to speak with you.

Apply today and take ownership of a department

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $49,116.96 - $59,151.61 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount
Paid time off
Retirement plan

Application Question(s):

What OEMs do you have experience with?

Work Location: In person

Ken's Service and Sales

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