Volvo Parts Manager

Volvo Cars Clear Lake • Full-time • Friendswood, Texas, United States • $80k - $120k / year • 4m ago

Company Overview:

Volvo Cars Clear Lake is a prestigious new Volvo dealership in the Houston area committed to providing exceptional vehicles and service to our valued customers. With a dedication to excellence and customer satisfaction, we strive to uphold the highest standards of professionalism in all aspects of our operations.

Position Overview:

We are currently seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Parts Manager to lead our parts department. The Parts Manager will play a crucial role in managing inventory, overseeing parts sales, and ensuring the efficient operation of the parts department to support the service and sales teams.

Responsibilities:

Manage inventory levels of parts and accessories to ensure adequate stock levels while minimizing excess inventory.
Monitor and analyze parts sales trends and customer demand to anticipate future inventory needs and adjust ordering accordingly.
Establish and maintain relationships with parts suppliers and vendors, negotiating pricing and terms to ensure favorable terms for the dealership.
Train and supervise parts department staff, providing guidance and support to ensure exceptional customer service and efficient operations.
Oversee the processing of parts orders, including receiving shipments, verifying accuracy, and stocking shelves.
Collaborate with service team to identify and source parts needed for vehicle repairs and maintenance.
Assist with parts sales to customers, providing product knowledge and assistance in selecting the right parts for their needs.
Ensure compliance with dealership policies and procedures, including safety protocols, inventory control, and warranty guidelines.
Stay informed about industry trends and new technologies in parts and accessories, and make recommendations for product offerings and inventory management strategies.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the parts department, including stocking shelves, organizing inventory, and managing back-stock.
Follow dealership and manufacturer guidelines and procedures for warranty parts returns, ensuring compliance with quality and documentation requirements.
Locating available parts when the dealership is out of stock.
Packaging and shipping parts back to the manufacturer from time to time, and completing the appropriate record keeping.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or training in automotive/equipment parts management or a related field preferred.
Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team to achieve performance goals and objectives.
Proficiency in using computerized systems and software, including inventory management software and Microsoft Office suite.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with customers and staff.
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

If you are a motivated and experienced parts professional with a passion for delivering exceptional service, we invite you to apply for the Parts Manager position at our dealership. Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications. Join us in leading our parts department to success and providing top-quality parts and service to our customers. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

We value our team members as our most valuable resource, recognizing the significant contribution you make to the dealership's success every day. Here's what we provide:

Comprehensive benefits package including:

Employer-paid life insurance up to $25,000, with additional coverage available
Annual employer-paid flu vaccination
Employer matching 401k contributions up to 3%
Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
Reimbursement for jury duty pay difference for full-time employees (up to two weeks per year)
Paid vacation time: 1 week/year after one year of employment, 2 weeks/year after two years, and 3 weeks/year after five years
Paid sick leave: 3 days/year
Paid bereavement leave: 3 days/year for immediate family members
Online access (PC and Apps) to Payroll (Clocking in & out) & Benefits Data
Toll Free Payroll & Benefits number to call for help M-F 7 AM to 10:30 PM (CST)
Access to LifeCare (24 hours a day), a Work-Life Employee Assistance Program. LifeCare saves time and money with quality matches to resources for parenting, senior care, legal and financial services, home services, wellness, and EAP sessions. LifeCare also operates LifeMart, one of the largest members-only online discounts shopping websites, with discounts on thousands of products and services.
Access to “Health Advocate” to give you trained professionals to help take care of Health Care & Benefits Issues

Voluntary benefits including:

Dental insurance with employer contribution
Medical insurance with employer contribution
Health savings account contribution option
Vision plan
Legal shield coverage
Christmas fund with company match

Our commitment is to ensure the well-being of our employees, knowing that happy employees provide exceptional service to our clients. Thank you for considering joining our team!

Our dealership has been and remains committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, or preference, marital status, citizenship status, military status, age, national origin, nationality, handicap or disability, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law or regulation. In keeping with this policy, we seek to recruit, hire, train, and promote into available jobs the most qualified persons and to administer personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, layoffs, and terminations in accordance with this policy. All employees are expected to conduct themselves in the workplace in a manner that is consistent with this policy.