Parts Manager

Key Ford of Hazleton • Full-time • Hazleton, Pennsylvania, United States • $43.31k - $69.31k / year • 3m ago

Automotive Parts Manager

Key Ford of Hazleton is looking for a new Parts Manager. The Parts Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the parts department, ensuring efficient inventory control, strong vendor relationships, and excellent customer and technician support. This individual will lead a small but dedicated team while maintaining profitability and ensuring the department operates in line with dealership goals.

Company Benefits:

Health, Medical and Dental
Competitive Compensation
401K Plan
Paid time off and vacation
Growth opportunities
Employee vehicle purchase plans
Family owned and operated
Long term job security
Flexible Work Schedule

Responsibilities

Oversee all day-to-day operations within the parts department
Manage inventory, stock levels, and special orders to ensure parts availability and control costs
Limiting and maintaining a low parts obsolescence level on parts with no sales over twelve months and to current industry guidelines
Maintain manufacturer and vendor relationships for Ford
Accurately price, order, and receive parts using OEM systems and dealership DMS
Track and manage parts returns, cores, and warranty documentation
Support the service department by ensuring timely delivery of needed parts
Proper scrapping and destruction of all obsolete parts deemed “not returnable” and written off for tax purposes.
Monitor department financial performance, including gross profit and expense control
Train, coach, and evaluate parts team members to ensure excellent performance and customer satisfaction
Maintain clean, organized, and safe parts storage and work areas
Collaborate with management to create department goals, sales initiatives, and operational improvements

Qualifications

3+ years of dealership parts experience (management or assistant management experience required)
Strong knowledge of Ford parts systems
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Proficient in inventory control and cost management
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Professional, customer-focused demeanor
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Key Ford of Hazleton an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace for all employees. Discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity will not be tolerated.