Automotive Parts Manager

Fred Grande Ford Sales Inc • Full-time • Casco, Michigan, United States • $50k - $60k / year • 2w ago

Job Summary
We are seeking a highly organized Automotive Parts Manager to lead our parts department with enthusiasm and precision. In this role, you will handle inventory management, and distribution of automotive parts, ensuring that service and body shop repair teams get the parts required to complete their repairs. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have at least one year back ground in automotive parts at a dealer please send us your resume for review, all others need not apply.

Duties

Manage the entire lifecycle of automotive parts inventory, including ordering, stocking, and distribution to ensure availability for service and repair needs
Develop and implement procurement strategies to source OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) parts efficiently while maintaining cost-effectiveness
Collaborate with suppliers to negotiate pricing, lead times, and delivery schedules, strengthening supplier relationships for consistent quality and supply
Utilize AutoSoft DMS, FordEcat, Snap-On computer systems and catalogues.
Oversee operations including shipping & receiving, storage organization
Conduct demand planning based on historical data, upcoming service schedules to optimize inventory levels and reduce excess stock

Skills

Knowledge of supply chain management principles within the automotive industry
Experience in supplier management, negotiation tactics, and sourcing OEM parts effectively
Strong understanding of automotive diagnostics, auto body repair processes, and automotive service procedures
Familiarity with inventory management techniques
Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail in data entry and record-keeping tasks
Strong customer service orientation combined with effective communication skills for liaising with suppliers and internal teams
Experience working in dealership environments settings is REQUIRED, and FORD dealer experience is a definite plus

Join us as an Automotive Parts Manager where your expertise will fuel operational excellence! We are committed to supporting your professional growth

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

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