Parts Manager

Lithia Motors; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental & Vision Plans

Paid Holidays & PTO

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Lithia Learning Center

Vehicle Discounts

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Lithia & Driveway's Audi Santa Monica is seeking an experienced Parts Manager to lead the parts team on site in Santa Monica, CA. You will recruit, train and develop staff while optimizing inventory and customer service.

You need 5+ years of franchised automotive parts experience; CDK knowledge is a plus and Audi experience is beneficial. Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of franchised automotive parts experience.
• Knowledge of automotive parts.
• CDK experience a PLUS.
• Audi experience a PLUS but not REQUIRED.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication.
• Acceptable driving record and a valid driver's license in your state of residence.

Responsibilities

• Parts Staff Recruiting, Training and Development
• Resolve customer requests, questions and concerns in a professional, and prompt manner.
• Warranty Parts Management
• Returns Processing
• Inventory Management
• Utilize inventory reports to manage inventory levels daily.
• Identify areas not aligned with department goals and resolve.
• Ensure orders are processed, check for backordered items and customers are notified of order status.
• Responsible for placing daily orders, stock orders, receipting, posting inventory and special orders.
• Read, understand and take action on MIS reports to generate maximum revenue and control expenses.
• Serve as liaison between the store and Lithia Home Offices Fixed Operations.
• Receive, communicate and hold staff accountable to policy and procedure requirements and updates.
• Complete parts department reporting and month-end procedures on time.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Tools

CDK

Job description

Dealership: L0836 Audi Santa Monica Audi Santa Monica Hiring: Parts Manager Are you an Experienced, results-driven Parts Manager looking for an opportunity to work with the best in the business? Do you want to be part of a company that values your leadership, experience, and expertise? This is your opportunity to join one of the fastest-growing automotive groups in the country and make a real impact.

Why Join Our Team?

At Lithia & Driveway, we're powered by people and driven to deliver results.

As one of the largest automotive retailers in North America, we're focused on growing leaders who want to make an impact, both in their store and across the company.

• Real opportunities for advancement across a national network
• Leadership development and training through our internal learning programs
• A culture that recognizes and rewards results
• The ability to drive store success with the autonomy to shape your team.

You will report directly to Fixed Operations Manager and General Manager. This position is onsite in person in Santa Monica, California.

What You’ll Do

• Parts Staff Recruiting, Training and Development
• Resolve customer requests, questions and concerns in a professional, and prompt manner.
• Warranty Parts Management
• Returns Processing
• Inventory Management
• Utilize inventory reports to manage inventory levels daily.
• Identify areas not aligned with department goals and resolve.
• Ensure orders are processed, check for backordered items and customers are notified of order status.
• Responsible for placing daily orders, stock orders, receipting, posting inventory and special orders.
• Read, understand and take action on MIS reports to generate maximum revenue and control expenses.
• Serve as liaison between the store and Lithia Home Offices Fixed Operations.
• Receive, communicate and hold staff accountable to policy and procedure requirements and updates.
• Complete parts department reporting and month-end procedures on time.

What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years of franchised automotive parts experience REQUIRED
• Knowledge of automotive parts REQUIRED
• CDK experience a PLUS
• Previous Audi experience a PLUS but not REQUIRED
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication
• Acceptable driving record and a valid driver's license in your state of residence.

Total Rewards

The California salary pay range for this position is $114,000.00 - $145,000.00. This is a performance driven position, eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives as part of total compensation, which includes commissions off Department Net and bonuses based on Manufacturer Approvability. Actual pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and physical location. Final compensation will be established through the interview process in accordance with applicable pay equity and transparency laws.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays & PTO
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Lithia Learning Center
• Vehicle Purchase Discounts
• Wellness Programs

Additional information about our Total Rewards benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at totalrewards.lithiadriveway.com

About Us

At Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) our success is fueled by our high performing teams delivering Auto Done Easy for our customers. We create simple, transparent, and convenient customer experiences throughout the vehicle-ownership lifecycle by leveraging our hundreds of store locations and our key adjacencies - Driveway, DFC, and GreenCars. We've built a retail model that champions entrepreneurial leadership, Growth Powered by People, and a strategy that creates possibilities and pushes us to reach our potential.

High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug-free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. At Lithia & Driveway, we stand by our mission of Growth Powered by People, as we build a workplace that ignites ideas and opportunities to Earn Customers for Life. Our focus on making the customer experience better; as we aim to meet our customers’ needs whether in person, online or a combination of both. Lithia & Driveway is the largest automotive retailer in North America and listed on the Fortune 500 (NYSE: LAD). Drive your career forward with roles in Sales, Finance, Service, Technology and Corporate. With thousands of vehicles and hundreds of locations, the career possibilities are endless. Join us as we accelerate towards growth in automotive and beyond!