Parts Manager - Kingston Kia

401 Auto; Kingston; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive dealership in Kingston is seeking an experienced Automotive Parts Manager to enhance the service department's efficiency. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of parts experience and exceptional customer service skills. Responsibilities include managing inventory and maintaining relationships with customers. Benefits include health & wellness programs, career growth opportunities, and employee discounts.

Benefits

Health & wellness benefits

Employee referral bonuses

Exclusive employee pricing on automotive parts

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of parts experience.
• Friendly and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Managing inventory, including obsolete stock.
• Ordering parts following company and OEM guidelines.
• Maintaining warranty platforms.
• Overseeing daily operations of the Parts department.

Skills

Excellent product knowledge

Knowledge of parts pricing

Leadership skills

Excellent customer service skills

Highly organized and detail-oriented

Job description

Salary: Up to $75,000 per year

Now Hiring: Automotive Parts Manager - Fuel the Service Team, Deliver Expert Support, and Keep the Shop Running at Full Throttle!

Be the Expert Behind the Counter - Keep the Shop Moving and Customers Smiling!

We're looking for a knowledgeable, customer-focused Automotive Parts Manager to join our fast-paced dealership team! In this vital role, you'll help power the service department by providing technicians and customers with the right parts quickly, accurately, and professionally.

At the 401 Group of Companies, we focus on who you CAN be! We strive to hire exceptional employees who see themselves as trailblazers, trendsetters, creators, do-ers, catalysts, go-getters, and influential leaders in all aspects of their aspirations.

Location: 2820 Princess St, Kingston ON (Kia)

Compensation: Up to $75,000 per year

Our Parts Manager will help ensure the efficiency and productivity of the Parts department, develop an action plan for profitability, and motivate employees to meet and exceed business and customer expectations.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Managing inventory, including obsolete stock.
• Ordering parts following company and OEM guidelines.
• Understanding parts pricing procedures.
• Maintaining warranty platforms.
• Establishing and maintaining good relationships with wholesale customers.
• Managing department profitability by examining financial statements, expenses, and revenue.
• Overseeing daily operations of the Parts department.
• Managing deliveries and returns.
• Keeping the department organized.
• Working with service managers and technicians to maintain effective workflow.

What You Bring to the Table:

• Minimum 2 years of parts experience.
• Excellent product knowledge.
• Knowledge of parts pricing.
• Leadership skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Friendly and positive attitude.

Why Work for Us?

• The 401 Group of Companies is privately owned and 100% Canadian.
• Over 40 state-of-the-art facilities, including a "Google-like" call centre and an 80,000 sq. ft. centralized service hub.
• A fun, fast-paced, high-energy work environment with exciting initiatives and rewarding perks.
• Personalized coaching, mentoring, and training focused on growth and success.
• Career growth opportunities and advancement planning.
• Health & wellness benefits.
• Employee referral bonuses.
• Exclusive employee pricing on automotive parts and services, plus discounts at the Blackshop Restaurant and Wine Bar.
• Perkopolis membership.
• On-site parking.

The 401 Group of Companies is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's fastest-growing Elite Business Management Groups, offering a full range of automotive, recreational vehicle, powersport, and marine products and services. Our headquarters is in Cambridge, Ontario, with brands including Kia, Mitsubishi, Volkswagen, Hyundai, Subaru, Honda, Nissan, Toyota, Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram, Buick, GMC, Yamaha, 401 Auto Financing, CampMart, and Grand River Boats.

If you have a growth mindset like us, we'd love to see your resume and have a conversation. Opportunities at the 401 Group of Companies are endless!

Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. We are committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free workplace in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Please contact HR if you require accommodations during the recruitment process.

We thank all candidates for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to high application volume, we cannot confirm receipt of individual applications or resumes.