Auto Parts Site Lead: Inventory & Operations

USA GPC Genuine Parts Company; Missouri; On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

USA GPC Genuine Parts Company is seeking a site-based manager to assist the Site Manager in delivering high-quality IBS operations. The role focuses on leading personnel, protecting inventory, and maintaining strong customer and vendor relationships.

You will oversee daily activities, ensure compliance with contracts, and drive safety, training, and performance standards across the site. This role requires effective communication and hands-on leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical school or college degree a plus.
• ASE certified within twelve months.
• Ability to manage two or more people, prioritize and delegate to team members.
• Strong communication skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Experience in automotive after-market industry preferred.
• Knowledge of the organization’s store services.
• Willingness to learn and coach others.
• Ability to learn and use customer fleet management software.

Responsibilities

• Provides management assistance in a IBS location(s).
• Develops quality personnel and sets high performance standards.
• Assumes responsibility for inventory protection and asset management.
• Ensures overall cleanliness of the site, stock room and outside areas.
• Fosters a positive relationship between customer and staff through meetings and open discussions.
• Builds relationships and negotiates with non-company vendors on pricing, inventory and service terms.
• Responds promptly to customer purchase and service questions and ensures contract requirements are met.
• Works with site and customer management to develop IBS value strategies and daily operations.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Customer focus

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Technical school or college degree

ASE certification within twelve months

Tools

Microsoft Office

POS system

Fleet management software

Job description

USA GPC Genuine Parts Company is seeking a site-based manager to assist the Site Manager in delivering high-quality IBS operations. The role focuses on leading personnel, protecting inventory, and maintaining strong customer and vendor relationships.

You will oversee daily activities, ensure compliance with contracts, and drive safety, training, and performance standards across the site. This role requires effective communication and hands-on leadership in a fast-paced environment.