Lia CJDR Northampton - Automotive Parts Manager

The Lia Group; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Employer funded lifer insurance plan

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Ongoing Manufacturer Training

Employee Vehicle Purchase Program

Employee Discounts on service and part

Company Provided Uniforms

Career Growth Opportunities within a 2

Job summary

Lia CJDR Northampton is seeking an experienced Parts Manager to lead our parts department. The role focuses on daily operations, inventory control, and building wholesale relationships to grow the business.

You will manage pricing, ordering, and KPI reporting, mentor a team, and work closely with service and sales leadership. A 5+ year background in automotive parts and DMS systems is preferred; Massachusetts dealership experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of automotive parts experience.
• Previous Parts Manager or Assistant Parts Manager experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of inventory management and controls.
• Experience with wholesale parts operations.
• Franchise dealership experience preferred.
• Understanding of department financial statements and KPIs preferred.
• CDK, Reynolds, Dealertrack, or similar DMS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leading all daily parts department operations.
• Managing inventory levels, stocking strategy, and obsolescence control.
• Driving wholesale growth and developing new account relationships.
• Improving department profitability and operational efficiency.
• Hiring, training, coaching, and developing team members.
• Maintaining strong relationships with service, sales, and wholesale customers.
• Monitoring key performance indicators and departmental financial performance.
• Ensuring accurate pricing, receiving, and inventory processes.
• Working closely with dealership leadership to achieve growth objectives.

Skills

Parts department leadership

Inventory management

Wholesale parts operations

Team development

Franchise dealership experience

Strong organizational & communication

Valid driver’s license

Tools

CDK

Reynolds

Dealertrack

Job description

Lia CJDR Northampton is seeking an experienced Parts Manager to lead our parts department.

Compensation Range: $75K -$120K+

Sign on bonus: N/A

REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years of automotive parts experience
• Previous Parts Manager or Assistant Parts Manager experience preferred
• Strong understanding of inventory management and controls
• Experience with wholesale parts operations
• Proven leadership and team development skills
• Strong organizational and communication abilities
• Customer-focused mindset
• Clean and Valid driver's license
• Franchise dealership experience preferred
• Experience growing wholesale business preferred
• Understanding of department financial statements and KPIs preferred
• CDK, Reynolds, Dealertrack, or similar DMS experience preferred

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leading all daily parts department operations
• Managing inventory levels, stocking strategy, and obsolescence control
• Driving wholesale growth and developing new account relationships
• Improving department profitability and operational efficiency
• Hiring, training, coaching, and developing team members
• Maintaining strong relationships with service, sales, and wholesale customers
• Monitoring key performance indicators and departmental financial performance
• Ensuring accurate pricing, receiving, and inventory processes
• Working closely with dealership leadership to achieve growth objectives

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Employer funded lifer insurance plan
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Ongoing Manufacturer Training
• Employee Vehicle Purchase Program
• Employee Discounts on service and parts
• Company Provided Uniforms
• Career Growth Opportunities within a Multi-Store Organization

ABOUT US

Founded in 1979, Lia Group Companies consist of Lia Auto Group, Vent Fitness, BurgerFi and various commercial properties including Hamilton Square shopping center in Guilderland. Our team of over 1500 dedicated team members at 23 locations throughout NY, MA and CT offer our quality products and deliver exceptional consumer experiences for over 35 years. We have a long history of success and growth providing a continuous opportunity for development. We offer competitive wages, generous benefits, a safety-conscious, drug-free work environment. We seek those who can help us take our growth and service to the next levels.

COMMUNITY

We are heavily involved in supporting the communities we live in and work in and look for people to join us in volunteerism and fundraising efforts for many local charities and non-profit organizations.