Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and highly organized Dealership Parts Manager to lead our automotive parts department with enthusiasm and precision. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the procurement, inventory management, and distribution of automotive parts and accessories, ensuring seamless operations that support our dealership’s service and sales teams. Your expertise in supply chain management, supplier relationships, and automotive diagnostics will drive efficiency, optimize costs, and enhance customer satisfaction. Join us to lead a motivated team in a fast-paced environment where your strategic thinking and operational skills will make a tangible impact every day!
Duties
- Manage the end-to-end parts inventory process, including sourcing, ordering, receiving, and stocking automotive parts and accessories
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and sourcing options that benefit the dealership
- Oversee warehouse management activities to ensure accurate inventory control using systems such as ERP or inventory management software like AS400 or CMMS
- Coordinate logistics for shipping & receiving to guarantee timely availability of parts for service repairs and customer orders
- Utilize automotive diagnostics knowledge to identify parts requirements for vehicle repairs and maintenance
- Implement demand planning strategies to forecast parts needs based on sales trends, service schedules, and manufacturing schedules
- Lead procurement management efforts by sourcing OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) parts and managing internal communication channels for efficient parts administration
- Ensure compliance with safety standards related to forklift operation, warehouse safety protocols, and inventory handling procedures
- Maintain detailed records of part sourcing, pricing negotiations, procurement activities, and inventory levels using Microsoft Office tools and inventory management systems
- Support auto body repair operations by providing necessary parts efficiently while managing internal order management systems for accuracy
Requirements
- Proven experience in dealership parts management or automotive service environment with a strong understanding of automotive parts and accessories knowledge
- Demonstrated expertise in supply chain management, procurement management, logistics inventory management, and demand planning
- Hands-on experience with inventory control systems such as ERP systems (e.g., AS400), Parts Management Software, or similar platforms like CMMS or order management systems
- Strong negotiation skills with suppliers to secure favorable pricing and sourcing agreements
- Mechanical knowledge of vehicle systems to accurately identify parts requirements during diagnostics or repairs
- Familiarity with warehouse management practices including shipping & receiving procedures and forklift operation certification where applicable
- Excellent communication skills for internal coordination across departments such as sales, service, auto body repair, and logistics teams
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications for data entry, reporting, and analysis purposes
- Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced dealership setting while maintaining high customer service standards
Join us as a Dealership Parts Manager where your leadership will streamline operations, elevate customer satisfaction, and foster a collaborative team environment. We value energetic professionals who thrive on challenge and are eager to make a difference in the automotive industry!
Pay: $40,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Prescription drug insurance
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
