Dealership Parts Manager

Zohorecruit; Seaside (OR); On-site; USD 119,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Cypress Coast Ford in Seaside is seeking an experienced Automotive Parts Manager to lead the busy parts department. You will oversee inventory, pricing, warranties, and supplier relationships while driving profitability.

The ideal candidate has dealer-level parts operations experience, proficiency with dealership management systems, and proven leadership and communication skills to build a high-performing, accountable team.

Qualifications

• Previous Automotive Parts Manager experience required.
• Experience with dealership operations and inventory management.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the dealership parts department.
• Manage inventory levels, obsolescence, ordering, and stocking processes.
• Lead, train, and develop parts department staff.
• Maintain relationships with service advisors, technicians, and vendors.
• Monitor department profitability, gross margins and expenses.
• Ensure accurate parts pricing, warranty processing, and inventory reconciliation.
• Maintain excellent customer service standards for internal and external customers.
• Analyze reports and implement strategies to improve department performance.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Profitability focus

Team management

Communication

Tools

Dealership management system

Job description

Seaside, United States | Posted on 09/24/2026

Cypress Coast Ford - Automotive Parts Manager

Seaside, CA

Full-Time | $132,000+ Annual Compensation | Salary + Commission

Cypress Coast Ford is seeking an experienced Parts Manager to lead a high-performing parts department. This is an opportunity for a motivated automotive professional with a strong background in domestic brands and dealership parts operations.

We are looking for a hands-on leader who can drive profitability, maintain strong inventory controls, and support both retail and service operations while building a positive, accountable team culture.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily operations of the dealership parts department
• Manage inventory levels, obsolescence, ordering, and stocking processes
• Lead, train, and develop parts department staff
• Maintain strong relationships with service advisors, technicians, and vendors
• Monitor department profitability, gross margins, and expense control
• Ensure accurate parts pricing, warranty processing, and inventory reconciliation
• Maintain excellent customer service standards for both internal and external customers
• Analyze reports and implement strategies to improve department performance

Qualifications

• Previous Automotive Parts Manager experience required
• Domestic dealership experience is required
• Strong understanding of dealership parts operations, inventory management, and manufacturer programs
• Experience with dealership management systems
• Proven leadership and team management skills
• Strong organizational and communication abilities
• Results-driven with a focus on process improvement and profitability