Parts Manager

JX Truck Center; Morton (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

JX Enterprises is seeking a Parts Manager in Morton, Illinois to lead our local parts team in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

You’ll drive budgets, margins, inventory turns, and department profitability while mentoring staff and developing market strategies.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years of related experience or a bachelor’s degree with 3+ years, strong leadership, and a results-driven mindset.

Join a family-owned, community-focused company with opportunities to grow.

Qualifications

• Associate degree and 6+ years of related experience preferred; bachelor’s degree with 3+ years also acceptable.
• Non-degreed candidates with 10+ years of progressive experience in heavy‑duty truck parts will be considered.
• Demonstrated ability to manage people, processes, and priorities.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the counter staff to meet sales and service goals.
• Manage budgeted sales, gross margin, and inventory turns.
• Develop market development strategies to grow customers.
• Monitor inventory levels and reduce slow-moving stock.

Skills

People management

Change management

Inventory systems

Electronic part catalogs

Driver’s license

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree

10+ years experience (non-degreed)

Tools

ERP systems

Electronic catalogs

Job description

Description

Your Next Big Career Move: Parts Manager

Join the Driving Force Behind JX Enterprises! Why Choose JX?

At JX Enterprises and Truck Center, we are more than trucks. As a third-generation, family-owned industry leader with over 50 years of history, 30+ locations, and 1,200+ dedicated employees, we know our people are the driving force behind everything we do. We don’t just offer jobs, we build rewarding long-term careers in a supportive, growth-oriented team environment.

When you join JX, you become a part of a culture defined by our values of Honoring Commitments, Creating Positive Experiences, Fostering Lifelong Learning, Exhibiting Pioneering Spirit, and Demonstrating Good Stewardship permeates every aspect of our company. We have a deep commitment to giving back to our local communities through our employee-driven JX Gives Back Family Foundation.

Your Next Big Career Move: Parts Manager located in Morton, Illinois.

The Opportunity (Job Purpose):

• Are you ready to make a visible impact? As our next Parts Manager, you will play a crucial role in leading our local team. We are looking for an energetic, solutions-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and is eager to grow with us.
• What You’ll Do Day-to-Day (Essential Duties & Responsibilities):
• Achieve budgeted goals for sales volume, gross margin, inventory turns, and department profitability: Fulfill our commitment to meeting financial targets while maintaining the highest standards of integrity and accountability.
• Lead and motivate the counter staff to create sales opportunities: Foster a positive and customer-centric environment, ensuring that every interaction with our team leaves a lasting positive impression on our customers.
• Develop individualized market development strategies: Embrace continuous learning and innovation, adapting strategies to maximize profitability and customer satisfaction while staying ahead of industry trends.
• Implement strategic plans to achieve sales targets and expand our customer base: Demonstrate initiative and creativity in driving growth and exploring new opportunities, embodying a pioneering spirit in the pursuit of excellence.
• Monitor and control slow and non-moving stock levels within company guidelines: Exercise responsible stewardship of resources and optimizing inventory management practices.
• Perform other dynamic duties and responsibilities as assigned to support business

Shift: Monday to Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

What We’re Looking For (Qualifications & Skills):

• Associate degree and 6+ years of related experience or a Bachelor’s Degree and 3+ years of related experience preferred. Non-degreed candidates with 10+ years of progressive experience in heavy duty truck parts will be considered.
• Demonstrated ability to manage people, processes and priorities.
• Progressive thinker who embraces new ideas and implements change.
• Basic computer skills required; experience with inventory systems, and electronic part catalogs preferred
• Dependable and reliable attendance.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• A curious mindset with an entrepreneurial "pioneering spirit," strong integrity, and a passion for continuous professional development.

Physical and Mental Demands:

The employee is frequently required to bend, squat, kneel, and crawl/lay on back; reach away from body or shoulder height; climb or balance; lift up to 75 pounds; push or pull; working in areas with fumes or airborne particles; vibration. Use safety glasses, gloves, and shoes; talk or hear.

What’s In It For You? (The Perks & Benefits)

We believe in taking care of our people. JX Enterprises offers a highly competitive compensation package designed to support your health, financial future, and overall well-being.

Ready to Drive Your Career Forward?

If you have a strong work ethic, a passion for learning, and are ready to contribute to a workplace where you are valued, we want to hear from you!

JX Enterprises, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.