Automotive Parts Manager | $80K–$125K+ | Confidential

Confidential Employer • Columbia, South Carolina, United States • $80k - $125k / year • 4d ago

Automotive Parts Manager

Earn $80,000 - $125,000+ Annually

Established Dealership | Strong Support | Career Growth

Previous Automotive Parts Management Experience Required

A leading dealer group in the Columbia, SC area is seeking an experienced Automotive Parts Manager to lead our busy Parts Department.

You’ll manage our fast-growing Parts Department with access to OEM and aftermarket parts. Work alongside an experienced service department team and enjoy the autonomy to implement best practices in inventory control, vendor management, and departmental profitability. This is a great opportunity to join a reputable store backed by an established auto group that values teamwork, growth, and internal advancement.

We offer the kind of stability and reputation that Parts Managers value most, backed by:

Strong ownership committed to long-term growth, not short-term shortcuts
A proven track record of supporting leadership with resources, training, and infrastructure to succeed
A culture that values accountability, integrity, and results without micromanagement.

Your application will be held in strict confidentiality.
No references will be checked without your permission.

Benefits:

$80,000 - $125,000+ annual income potential
Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
401(k) plan with company match
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Employee discounts
Advancement within the group

Responsibilities:

Oversee all parts department operations: ordering, inventory control, shipping/receiving, and retail/wholesale sales
Collaborate with service advisors, technicians, and sales departments to ensure efficient parts flow and customer satisfaction
Manage parts department budgets, vendor relationships, and warranty parts returns
Develop and mentor parts counter staff to meet departmental goals and maintain a customer-focused environment
Analyze parts sales metrics and implement strategies to maximize gross profit and efficiency

Qualifications:

Previous Automotive Parts Manager or Parts Department Leadership experience required
Strong background in inventory control, vendor management, and department operations
Excellent organizational, communication, and team-building skills
Experience with CDK is highly preferred
Ability to manage inventory, forecast parts needs, and control costs
High level of organization and attention to detail
A collaborative, team-first mindset

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants are considered regardless of ethnicity, nationality, gender, veteran or disability status, religion, age, gender orientation or other protected status.