Automotive Parts Leader — Profit & Growth (On-Site)

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Career advancement

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Employee discounts on vehicles, parts,

Training and development

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting an experienced Automotive Parts Manager for a leading Kimberley dealership. You will oversee the parts department, drive profitability, manage inventory, and lead a high-performing team on site in Kimberley.

The role requires deep knowledge of automotive parts, strong financial acumen, and proven leadership. Join a well-established dealership focused on growth, service excellence, and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in automotive parts management or a senior parts department role.
• In-depth knowledge of automotive parts, systems, and major vehicle manufacturers.
• Proven experience in inventory management, purchasing, and sales forecasting.
• Strong leadership, team management, and motivational skills.
• Excellent financial acumen, including budgeting, P&L management, and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the automotive parts department, including inventory, purchasing, sales, and staff supervision.
• Develop and implement strategies to maximize parts department profitability and customer satisfaction.
• Oversee inventory management, including stock levels, ordering, receiving, and stocktaking to ensure optimal turnover and minimize obsolescence.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with parts suppliers, negotiating favorable terms and pricing.
• Manage the parts department budget, monitor financial performance, and implement cost-control measures.
• Lead, train, and motivate the parts department team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Ensure accurate and efficient processing of customer orders, service department requisitions, and warranty claims.
• Implement and maintain effective sales processes to drive parts sales to both retail and wholesale customers.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and relevant industry regulations.
• Analyze sales data and market trends to identify opportunities for growth and improvement.

Skills

Parts management

Inventory control

Leadership

Budgeting

Supplier negotiation

Education

Vocational training in automotive parts or business management

Tools

DMS software

Automotive parts cataloguing software

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting an experienced Automotive Parts Manager for a leading Kimberley dealership. You will oversee the parts department, drive profitability, manage inventory, and lead a high-performing team on site in Kimberley.

The role requires deep knowledge of automotive parts, strong financial acumen, and proven leadership. Join a well-established dealership focused on growth, service excellence, and customer satisfaction.