Parts Manager

Larson Dodge; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance

Wellness Programs

401(k) with company match

PTO accrual from day one

Vehicle Purchase Program

Job summary

An automotive dealership in Tacoma is seeking a Parts Department Manager to oversee operations, manage inventory and budgets, and ensure superior customer service. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in inventory control and team leadership. Responsibilities include staff training, customer interaction, and maintaining high service standards. This role offers competitive benefits including life insurance, retirement plans, and employee perks. Join a team that values respect, integrity, and equal opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proficient in inventory control and customer service.
• Experience in managing a team of staff.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee parts department and staff performance.
• Manage inventory and budget for parts.
• Ensure customer satisfaction through quality service.

Skills

Customer service

Inventory management

Leadership

Budget administration

Technical assistance

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

1-2 years related experience

Job description

Summary: Strives to return a satisfactory profit on dealer capital invested in parts inventory. Accomplishes objectives through the use of proper purchasing procedures, inventory control, and staff utilization, security, pricing, merchandising, displaying and advertising.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Greets external and internal customers in a timely, professional, smiling and friendly manner. Listens actively, providing accurate information and advice.

2. Forecasts goals and objectives for the department and strives to meet them.

3. Hire, train, motivate counsel and monitor the performance of all parts department staff.

4. Administers a monthly operating budget for the parts department.

5. Maintains a balanced inventory consistent with the requirements of the service department, body shop, wholesale accounts and the do-it-yourself public.

6. Establishes pricing parameters in each customer category that generate sufficient gross profit to produce a satisfactory profit while maintaining customer loyalty.

7. Establishes individual parts inventory levels and balances them for maximum turnover.

8. Ensures that parts inventory turns on average to 6 or more times per year.

9. Monitors and adjusts inventory to minimize obsolescence.

10. Ensures that all parts are properly tagged so that the dealership recovers full credit from the factory.

12. Sets and enforces a policy on the special ordering of parts. Ensures that stock orders represent at least 65% -75% for stock orders and 25% to 35% of special orders.

13. Analyzes sales, expenses and inventory monthly to maintain profit goals.

14. Develops and administers an aggressive wholesales parts program to produce profit.

15. Ensures that the same high-quality level of service provided to outside customers is also provided to internal dealership customers.

16. Works with the service manager to ensure a timely turnaround of parts needed for internal jobs.

18. Holds weekly department meetings.

20. Analyzes departmental operations and storage layout and revises as needed for maximum effectiveness.

21. Provides technical assistance to parts department employees.

23. Coordinates a prompt, efficient and timely flow of paperwork.

24. Directs shipping and receiving efforts to ensure timely processing.

25. Monitors daily reports such as DOC and sales productivity.

26. Develops, monitors and utilizes a lost sales tracking report. Adjust as needed.

28. Takes advantage of all manufactures inventory co-op advertising.

29. Develops, enforces and monitors guidelines for working with customers to ensure maximum customer satisfaction.

30. Handles customer complaints immediately and according to the dealership’s guidelines.

31. Ensures that all dealership purchases are properly accounted for before payment is made.

32. Assists in the collection of past due accounts.

33. Enforces safety requirements, including but not limited to forklift training and operation, processing MSDS sheets on all products carried, and OSHA Right-to Know.

34. Provide enthusiastic and professional leadership to shape employee's attitudes and build morale. Strive for harmony and teamwork with all other departments.

35. Understands, keeps abreast of, and complies with federal, state and local regulations that may affect parts sales.

36. Operates and maintains office machines such as computer, calculator, fax machine, and copier.

37. Opens and routes incoming mail, answers correspondence, and prepares outgoing mail.

38. Prioritizes and performs multiple tasks simultaneously in order to meet and exceed deadlines and expectations.

39. Communicates clearly both verbally and non-verbally. Submits concise, complete, and clear legible records for both dealership and customer use.

40. Maintains assigned work area and break room in an organized and clean manner. Exhibiting pride in the work area and dealership.

41. Maintains personal cleanliness, grooming and uniform standards according to dealership guidelines.

42. Displays high standard of ethical conduct. Refrains from unethical, dishonest and theft related behavior. Exhibits integrity, adhering to all company policies, including our commitment to ZERO TOLERANCE of discrimination and workplace violence.

43. Aligns behavior with the needs, priorities and goals of the organization. Fosters commitment, pride, trust and team spirit.

44. Utilizes supplies and materials in a practical, economical manner. Handles all toxic chemicals and hazardous waste according to the dealerships current policies and procedures.

45. Reports to management any situation or condition that jeopardizes the safety, welfare, or integrity of the dealership, its employees or customers.

46. Communicates every day, with direct supervisor if it is necessary to be late or absent.

47. Other job duties as required.

Supervisory responsibilities

Directly supervise 4-6 employees in the Parts Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies, procedures and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

• Company-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
• Wellness Programs: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), KOFE financial wellness program
• Retirement: 401(k) with company match and multiple contribution options
• Time Off & Holidays: PTO accrual from day one plus paid holidays
• Employee Perks: Vehicle Purchase Program with exclusive pricing

At Larson, we believe everyone deserves to feel respected, valued, and included.
We’re committed to creating a workplace where every team member has the opportunity to grow and thrive. Our decisions are made with fairness and integrity, and we proudly provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and employees. We take responsibility for fostering an environment where everyone feels welcome and supported—because that’s what family means to us.

Requirements

Educations and/or Experience

Associate’s degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Has the ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Has the ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills

Has the ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions and percentages. Has the ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problem, collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Has the ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form.