Assistant Parts Manager

Birchwood Honda on Regent; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive retailer in Winnipeg is seeking an Assistant Parts Manager to oversee daily operations in the parts department. Responsibilities include managing parts inventories, ensuring customer satisfaction, and leading the team effectively. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and experience in automotive parts management. Competitive salary with bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary with bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

RSP Matching program

Employee referral bonus program

Career development opportunities

Wellness initiatives

Corporate discounts and group savings plans

Volunteer programs

Company events

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the parts department.
• Ensure smooth operation for optimal profitability.
• Allocate dealership resources effectively.
• Manage parts inventories and purchasing.
• Hire, train, and motivate department staff.

Skills

Leadership skills in a fast-paced environment

Efficiency maximization

Customer relationship management

Automotive sales or service experience

Knowledge of automotive parts

Familiarity with CDK systems

Attention to detail

Time management skills

Team collaboration

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Job Description

Reporting Relationship: This position reports directly to the Fixed Operations Manager.

Job Summary :

The Assistant Parts Manager works closely with the parts team and is responsible for the day-to-day operations within the parts department. The successful candidate will ensure the parts division runs smoothly and achieves optimal profitability while interacting with internal and external customers. This role involves allocating dealership resources, managing parts inventories and purchasing, staff management, pricing, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Hiring, training, and motivating all parts department staff will be key responsibilities.

Qualifications :

• Proven leadership skills supporting a team in a fast-paced environment
• Success in maximizing efficiency through process development and implementation
• Strong relationship management skills with a focus on customer satisfaction
• Experience in automotive sales, parts, or service
• Knowledge of automotive parts required
• Familiarity with CDK systems is essential
• High attention to detail with excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required

What Birchwood Can Offer You :

• Competitive salary with bonus and commission incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package including vacation, health, dental, vision, and employee assistance programs with flexible options
• RSP Matching program – Birchwood matches up to $5,000 of your earnings after 1 year of employment
• Employee referral bonus program
• Career development and internal promotion opportunities
• Learning and development programs
• Wellness initiatives
• Corporate discounts and group savings plans
• Volunteer programs such as Dollars for Doing
• Company events including Birchwood Bucks, Circle of Excellence, and holiday parties

Birchwood is Manitoba’s largest automotive retailer, with 24 franchises, four collision repair centres, and four Birchwood Credit Solutions locations. We provide sales, service, and parts to meet our customers’ automotive needs. We are committed to diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. Please email your request to :