Parts Department Leader: Build Team, Boost Profits & Service

Kocourek Kia; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kocourek Automotive in Appleton, WI is seeking an Automotive Parts Manager to lead and grow the parts department. You will build a high-performing team, optimize inventory, and align parts supply with service and wholesale customers.

You'll collaborate with Service Management, vendors, and customers to improve profitability and guest experience, while mentoring staff and maintaining accurate records and processes.

Qualifications

• Prior automotive dealership parts management experience required.
• Strong knowledge of parts operations, inventory, and purchasing.
• Proven leadership ability to coach and hold a team accountable.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the parts department team.
• Oversee daily operations, inventory, purchasing, and returns.
• Manage pricing, receiving, invoicing, and inventory control.
• Develop vendor relationships and support service, wholesale, and retail.
• Monitor profitability, budgets, and KPIs.

Skills

Dealership experience

Parts operations

Leadership

Inventory management

Financials

Multitasking

Toyota parts

Job description

Kocourek Automotive in Appleton, WI is seeking an Automotive Parts Manager to lead and grow the parts department. You will build a high-performing team, optimize inventory, and align parts supply with service and wholesale customers.

You'll collaborate with Service Management, vendors, and customers to improve profitability and guest experience, while mentoring staff and maintaining accurate records and processes.