Parts Manager

Parts ManagerAt Bud Clary Auto Group, a family-owned dealership network in Washington State, our vibrant culture drives success. We maintain a high-performance workplace with exceptional customer service, fostering loyalty and growth since 1959.The Parts Manager strives to return a satisfactory profit on dealer capital invested in parts inventory. Accomplishes objectives through the use of proper purchasing procedures, inventory control, staff utilization, security, pricing, merchandising, displaying, and advertising.BenefitsComprehensive Benefits Package: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance, plus an employee assistance program.Retirement Plans: 401(k).PTO & Paid Holidays - PTO accrual starting from day one of employment - 1 hour of PTO for every 40 hours worked for the first year, 1.63 hours of PTO for every 40 hours worked for years 2-9, and 2.39 hours of PTO for every 40 hours worked for 10 or more years of service.Employee discountsReferral bonus programPay$8k-$10k per month depending on performanceEssential DutiesForecasts goals and objectives for the department and strives to meet themHires, trains, motivates, counsels, and monitors the performance of all parts department staffPrepares and administers an annual operating budget for the parts departmentMaintains a balanced inventory consistent with the requirements of the service department, body shop, wholesale accounts, and the publicEstablishes individual parts inventory levels and balances them for maximum turnoverEnsures that parts inventory reconciliation is completed monthlyMonitors and adjusts inventory to minimize obsolescenceEnsures that all parts are properly tagged so that the dealership recovers full credit from the factorySets and enforces a policy on the special ordering of partsAnalyzes sales, expenses, and inventory monthly to maintain profit goalsEnsures that the same high-quality level of service provided to outside customers is also provided to internal dealership customersWorks with the service manager and body shop manager to ensure a timely turnaround of parts needed for internal jobsAnalyzes departmental operations and storage layout and revises as needed for maximum effectivenessTakes advantage of all manufacturers' inventory co-op advertisingHandles customer complaints immediately and according to the dealership's guidelinesEnsures that all dealership purchases are properly accounted for before payment is madeEnforces safety requirements, including but not limited to forklift training and operation, processing of MSDS sheets on all products carried, and OSHA Right-to-KnowUnderstands, keeps abreast of, and complies with federal, state, and local regulations that may affect parts salesSupervisory ResponsibilitiesAccountable for department staffing needsMonitor and supervise employee performance and proceduresWork in concert with other managers throughout the dealershipEducation & ExperienceBachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experienceTwo to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experienceFour to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experienceQualificationsManage and oversee your processesClear and concise communication skillsProficient computer skills, MS Office (especially Word, Excel)Must be highly organizedMust be detail orientedAbility to work legally in the United StatesMust be 18 years of age or olderStrong organizational, time-management, and interpersonal skillsWork EnvironmentWill stand and move throughout the dealership facility (lot, showroom, service department, offices) for most of the shift. The work environment can change from an enclosed heated/cooled building or vehicle to an outdoor environment with uneven surfaces. Evening, holiday and weekend work hours will be required. The noise level in the environment may be loud. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Driving is an essential function of this position. Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and maintain an acceptable driving record consistent with company insurance standards throughout employment.Bud Clary Auto Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to creating a workplace free from discrimination and harassment based on race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability, or any other protected status. This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, and more. We uphold a harassment-free environment for everyone, including vendors, contractors, and other non-employees.Bud Clary Auto Group uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.Location: Auburn