Parts Manager

Job Description At Gerber Collision & Glass, our teams work to provide an elite infrastructure and supportive environment to help you excel in collision and glass services. Key Responsibilities Ensure consistent execution of WOW (Wow Operating Way) plan. Communicate all customer requests and needs to appropriate team members. Work with vendors to order and receive all parts as indicated on the repair orders confirming the quality, correctness and quantity of parts received, accurately identifying parts necessary to complete repairs in the shop. Ensure timely parts distribution to the shop in accordance with the production schedule. Enter all parts invoices into the recommended Management Information System (MIS). Label and track all parts by the R.O.# and store them with the vehicle and/or scheduled repairs; communicate all parts price changes (also known as Parts Price Increases—PPI) to all required team members. Order and receive supplemental parts in the MIS, monitor performance of parts, materials and sublet vendors, and ensure daily reconciliation of the parts vendor invoice history report (e.g., 043 Report). Ensure invoices and credit memos are posted and filed/scanned in a timely manner. Ensure vendor invoices have the correct negotiated discount to maintain proper profit margins. Education & Experience Required High School Diploma or equivalent. 1–3+ years of experience working with automotive parts (auto body parts is a bonus). Customer-service oriented and strong organizational ability to manage pressure and conflicting demands, prioritize tasks, and take initiative in problem-solving situations. I-Car Registered (working toward Gold Class certification). Required Skills & Abilities Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy. Effectively manage a fast-paced environment, demonstrating multi-tasking ability while working under pressure. Working knowledge of vehicle repair practices. Management Information System experience with Summit, Repair Centre. Working knowledge of Mitchell, Audatex. Parts sourcing experience with Car-Part, Progi, APU, LKQ B2B. Solid problem-solving abilities. Above-average computer proficiency. Above-average organizational skills. Ability to keep up and succeed in a fast-paced working environment. Ability to work well with others and achieve common goals. Other duties as assigned. Other Requirements Frequently required to bend, crouch, reach, handle tools. Lift in excess of 50 lbs. of materials. Benefits Annual Paid Time Off (PTO) plans. 2 weeks of Paid Parental Leave for full-time employees who work a minimum of 30 hours per week. 6 paid holidays annually. Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance effective Day 1. 401(k) retirement plan with company match. Employer-paid short-term disability and life insurance. Additional voluntary life insurance. Continuing education opportunities. Free prescription or non-prescription safety glasses annually. Annual voluntary uniform stipend. Voluntary daily pay option available. Compensation Pay: $15 – $19 per hour. Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. The physical demands of your job must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job. #J-18808-Ljbffr