Parts Manager

Parts Manager – Heritage Ford of VernalHeritage Ford of Vernal is part of Heritage Automotive, a family of dealerships built on serving our communities with integrity and taking care of our people. We’re the go-to Ford store for the Uintah Basin, supporting retail customers, fleet accounts, and the energy and agriculture businesses that keep this area running. We’re looking for a Parts Manager who wants to lead a team, grow a department, and be part of a group that invests in its leaders.Vernal offers the best of small-town living with world-class outdoors right outside your door. Dinosaur National Monument, Flaming Gorge, the Uinta Mountains, the Green River, and Steinaker and Red Fleet State Parks are all close by, so hunting, fishing, boating, camping, ATV riding, and hiking are part of everyday life here. It’s a friendly, close-knit community with a strong work ethic, great schools, and the kind of place where people know their neighbors and support local businesses.At Heritage Ford of Vernal, you’re not just a number. We’re a team that works hard, has each other’s backs, and celebrates wins together. Our leadership is accessible, decisions get made quickly, and good ideas are heard no matter where they come from. We believe in treating people right, both customers and employees, and in giving our team the tools, training, and support they need to succeed. Being part of the Heritage Automotive group means you get the culture of a hometown store with the resources and growth opportunities of a larger dealership family.What You’ll DoLead, hire, train, and develop the parts team, including counter, wholesale, and shipping/receiving staffOwn the department’s gross profit, expense control, and monthly financial performanceManage inventory to Ford standards: stocking levels, obsolescence, aging, returns, and accurate cycle countsBuild and grow wholesale and fleet business with local shops, commercial accounts, and the oilfield and ag communityPartner closely with the Service Manager to keep technicians productive and repair orders movingOversee special orders, back orders, and customer follow-up so nothing falls through the cracksMaintain pricing strategies, vendor relationships, and Ford parts program complianceKeep the department organized, clean, safe, and audit-readyDeliver a customer experience that earns repeat business and strong CSIWhat We’re Looking For3+ years of automotive parts experience; previous parts management or assistant management strongly preferredFord/Motorcraft experience is a plusWorking knowledge of a dealership DMS (CDK, Reynolds, Dealertrack, or similar)Solid understanding of inventory management, parts P&L, and key department metricsProven ability to lead and motivate a teamStrong communication and customer service skillsOrganized, detail-oriented, and comfortable with accountability for resultsValid driver’s license and the ability to pass a background check and drug screenWhat We OfferCompetitive pay plan with performance-based bonus — [insert range/structure]Medical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) [with match, if applicable]Paid time offEmployee discounts on parts, service, and vehiclesOngoing training and leadership developmentReal opportunity to grow within the Heritage Automotive groupA supportive, team-first culture in a community you’ll love calling homeHeritage Automotive is an Equal Opportunity Employer.