Galpin Volkswagen is seeking an experienced Parts Manager to join their team!
We are looking for somebody exceptional whose customer experience is a top priority, is enthusiastic, honest, hard working, and committed to that great customer service.
The Parts Manager is responsible for the profitability of the department, additionally forecasting goals and objectives, and expense control. The Parts Manager is responsible for asset management such as inventory, purchasing strength, merchandising and quality controls. The Parts Manager must develop effective parts processes for retail, internal, and customer pay ensuring productivity and profitability. The key function is to ensure that the Parts Department has the right parts at the right time for the right price, increasing sales for the Service and Parts Department.
Some of What You'll Do:
- Hire, train and supervise Parts Department employees.
- Ensure breadth and width of inventory conforms to service, front counter and fleet accounts, while minimizing overages or obsolescence.
- Collaborate with the Service Manager to ensure proper turnaround time for the service department.
- Ensure efficient shipping/receiving process and inventory is replenished accurately.
- Track and monitor all backorder parts.
- Monitor and resolve aging Accounts Receivable (A/R).
- Perform weekly perpetual inventory
- Establish policy and procedures for all special order parts.
- Prepares and completes monthly End of Month parts reconciliation.
- Establish and monitor competitive price schedules with above average profit margins.
What we are looking for:
- Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license
- Minimum 5 years Parts Department experience, Dealership supervisory experience preferred
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbally
- Excellent customer service skills
- Professional work ethic and high integrity
- Ability to work as a team and/or independently
- Strong problem solving and follow up skills
Company Overview:
Galpin opened its doors in 1946 and over the last 77 years has become the pinnacle of the Automotive industry. Galpin Motors is an automotive pioneer and credited with many industry firsts. Galpin was customizing vehicles before custom cars were a thing. In the 50’s, Galpin was showcasing custom cars with the Barris’. In the 60’s, Galpin was winning Nascar as a 4 time West Coast Champion. The 70’s brought the birth of the custom van industry and off-road trucks at Galpin, and our innovation and technology and automobiles and design has continued until this day. Galpin Ford has been the #1 Volume Ford Dealer in the World for a record 29 consecutive years and every Galpin dealership has ranked in the top 10 nationally. We do what we do because we love it and our customers love it so it creates an enthusiasm which has made Galpin famous around the world. Galpin is the only dealership group that has starred in two television shows, Pimp My Ride and Car Kings. We have worked with the most famous automotive celebrities and have close relationships with the entire automotive industry.
Galpin’s family of brands include Ford, Lincoln, Porsche, Volkswagen, Land Rover, Jaguar, Volvo, Aston Martin, Lotus, Polestar, Mazda, Honda. Joining these brands are Galpin Auto Sports (G.A.S.), Galpin Studio Rentals, Horseless Carriage Restaurant, Boxenstopp Restaurant and Starbucks.
Galpin is family owned and operated by the Boeckmann Family, led by our President Beau Boeckmann, who is engaged and runs the day-to-day operations. Galpin’s Core Values include Integrity, A servants’ Attitude, Accountability, Continuous Improvement, Teamwork and Fun!
At Galpin, we believe that a diverse workforce is a strength to be celebrated. We value the unique contributions that you can bring to our team in terms of education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Dealership Parts Department: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- CA Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- North Hills, CA 91343 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- North Hills, CA 91343: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
