Assistant Parts Manager

Assistant Parts Manager

Location: Oakes GMC | Kansas City, MO Schedule: Full-Time Compensation: $48,000 - $72,000 + annually

About the Role

Oakes Auto Group is seeking an experienced Assistant Parts Manager to help lead the daily operations of our Parts Department. This position plays a critical role in supporting technicians, maintaining inventory accuracy, assisting customers, and driving department performance. Established in 2010, Oakes Auto Group is family-owned and locally operated, with a culture built around stability, growth, and long-term career development.

Pay & Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off + paid holidays
• Employee discounts
• Career growth across multiple stores
• Locally owned and operated
• Tuition reimbursement
• Community involvement and volunteer opportunities

What You'll Do

• Oversee and support the day-to-day operations of the Parts Department
• Manage the back counter and provide timely support to service technicians
• Monitor inventory levels, place parts orders, and maintain inventory accuracy
• Receive, stock, organize, and process incoming parts shipments, returns, and credits
• Assist internal and external customers with parts inquiries and sales
• Support and help lead Parts Department staff through communication and accountability
• Track department performance and contribute to sales and profitability goals
• Work closely with Service, Sales, and Collision teams to ensure smooth dealership operations

What We're Looking For

• Strong leadership and dealership parts experience
• Knowledge of OEM parts operations and inventory control
• Experience supporting technicians in a high-volume back counter environment
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize tasks and solve problems efficiently
• Experience with dealership management systems and electronic parts catalogs

What Makes YOU a Good Fit?

• You have dealership parts experience and understand the pace and demands of a busy service environment.
• You enjoy supporting technicians and helping keep repairs moving efficiently.
• You take pride in maintaining accurate inventory, staying organized, and paying attention to details.
• You are a natural problem solver who can quickly locate solutions when parts challenges arise.
• You communicate well with customers, vendors, and coworkers and enjoy working as part of a team.
• You can balance multiple priorities while staying focused on customer service and department performance.
• You lead by example, hold yourself accountable, and help create a positive team culture.
• You are motivated by growth and are looking for an opportunity to develop into a Parts Manager or higher leadership role.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license with a clean or acceptable driving record
• Ability to pass a standard background check
• Strong reliability and consistent attendance
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn new systems
• 35 years of dealership parts experience required
• OEM dealership parts experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of inventory management, ordering, receiving, and returns
• Ability to work effectively with Service, Sales, and Collision departments

About Oakes Auto Group

Oakes Auto Group is a locally owned and rapidly growing dealership group serving the Kansas City metro. We take pride in creating a workplace that feels supportive, grounded, and people-first. Our teams across North Kansas City, Olathe, and Kansas City operate with a shared focus on teamwork, personal growth, and doing right by our customers and our community.

We invest heavily in training, development, and internal promotion because we want our people to build long-term careers here, not just hold short-term jobs. Our stores value open communication, accountability, and a winning attitude, and we genuinely celebrate our employees' successes and milestones.

Beyond the walls of our dealerships, we stay active in the community through local partnerships, volunteer opportunities, charity drives, and events that bring people together. We're proud to represent a brand that is known for its culture, its commitment to service, and its belief that great people create great experiences.

If you're looking for a workplace where you can grow, feel supported, and make an impact, Oakes Auto Group is a place where you can build your career.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.