Parts Manager

Oakes Auto Group; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 72,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Holidays

Employee discounts

Career growth across stores

Tuition reimbursement

Community involvement

Job summary

Oakes Auto Group in North Kansas City is seeking an experienced Parts Manager to lead our Parts Department. You will oversee daily operations, drive team performance, and ensure top-tier service and profitability.

The role requires a proven track record in automotive parts management, strong leadership, and the ability to own departmental results in a fast-paced dealership environment. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits accompany this opportunity.

Qualifications

• Previous Parts Manager experience required.
• Strong leadership and ability to manage a team.
• Reliable and punctual with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire Parts Department and its day-to-day operations.
• Lead the Parts team and provide clear direction, support, and accountability.
• Oversee department responsibilities and ensure daily operations are handled effectively.
• Maintain an organized, efficient, and well-managed department.
• Take ownership of the overall performance and success of the Parts Department.

Skills

Parts management

Leadership

Automotive parts

Team leadership

Job description

Schedule: Full-Time

Compensation: $72,000 - $132,000 per year

Parts Manager

Location: Oakes KIA | North Kansas City, MO

Schedule: Full-Time

Compensation: $72,000 - $132,000 per year

About the Role

Oakes Auto Gro is looking for an experienced Parts Manager to lead and manage our Parts Department in North Kansas City. This position is ideal for an experienced automotive parts professional with strong leadership skills who is ready to take ownership of the department and its overall success. Established in 2010, Oakes Auto Group is family-owned and locally operated, with a culture built around stability, growth, and long-term career development.

Pay & Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off + paid holidays
• Employee discounts
• Career growth across multiple stores
• Locally owned and operated
• Tuition reimbursement
• Community involvement and volunteer opportunities

What You’ll Do

• Manage the entire Parts Department and its day-to-day operations
• Lead the Parts team and provide clear direction, support, and accountability
• Oversee department responsibilities and ensure daily operations are handled effectively
• Maintain an organized, efficient, and well-managed department
• Take ownership of the overall performance and success of the Parts Department

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a qualified and experienced Parts Manager with a strong background in automotive parts operations and leadership. The right person will have previous Parts Manager experience, strong leadership traits, and the ability to confidently oversee an entire department. This position requires someone who can take ownership, lead a team, stay organized, and maintain high expectations in a fast-paced dealership environment.

What Makes YOU a Good Fit?

• You have proven experience successfully managing an automotive Parts Department
• You’re a confident leader who can provide direction, accountability, and support to your team
• You take ownership of department performance and day-to-day operations
• You’re organized and able to keep a busy department running efficiently
• You communicate clearly and work well with employees, managers, and other departments
• You’re comfortable making decisions and solving problems in a fast-paced dealership environment
• You bring a strong work ethic, dependable follow-through, and a leadership-first mindset

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license with a clean or acceptable driving record
• Ability to pass a standard background check
• Strong reliability and consistent attendance
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn new systems
• Previous Parts Manager experience required
• Previous automotive parts management experience
• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage a team

About Oakes Auto Group

Oakes Auto Group is a locally owned and rapidly growing dealership group serving the Kansas City metro. We take pride in creating a workplace that feels supportive, grounded, and people-first. Our teams across North Kansas City, Olathe, and Kansas City operate with a shared focus on teamwork, personal growth, and doing right by our customers and our community.

We invest heavily in training, development, and internal promotion because we want our people to build long-term careers here, not just hold short-term jobs. Our stores value open communication, accountability, and a winning attitude, and we genuinely celebrate our employees’ successes and milestones.

Beyond the walls of our dealerships, we stay active in the community through local partnerships, volunteer opportunities, charity drives, and events that bring people together. We’re proud to represent a brand that is known for its culture, its commitment to service, and its belief that great people create great experiences.

If you’re looking for a workplace where you can grow, feel supported, and make an impact, Oakes Auto Group is a place where you can build your career.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.