Parts Manager — Auto Body Shop, Fast-Paced & Impactful

Rick's Auto Body; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Rick's Auto Body is seeking a Parts Manager to own the parts department in a fast-paced auto body shop. You will manage parts ordering, receiving, verification, organization, and delivery to technicians to keep repair operations moving efficiently.

This role requires experience in an auto body/collision repair parts department, strong knowledge of automotive parts, and excellent organizational skills. You will collaborate with estimators, technicians, vendors, and management to maintain smooth

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an auto body/collision repair parts department strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of automotive parts and repair processes.
• Excellent organizational and follow-through skills.
• Ability to work accurately while managing multiple priorities.
• Strong vendor communication and negotiation skills.
• Comfortable working in a busy, production-driven shop environment.
• Reliable, proactive, and willing to roll up your sleeves and get the job done.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the parts department.
• Order OEM, aftermarket, and recycled parts based on repair estimates.
• Research and source parts from multiple vendors to ensure availability, quality, and competitive pricing.
• Track orders and follow up on back orders, incorrect, or damaged parts.
• Receive, inspect, and organize incoming parts.
• Verify parts against repair estimates and vehicle specifications.
• Maintain accurate parts records and ensure proper documentation.
• Coordinate closely with estimators, technicians, vendors, and management.
• Help identify parts-related issues before they impact production.
• Ensure parts are available when technicians need them to keep vehicles moving through the shop.

Skills

Parts department operations

Auto body parts knowledge

Organization & follow-through

Multi-priority management

Vendor communication & negotiation

Production-driven environment

Hands-on reliability

Job description

Rick's Auto Body is seeking a Parts Manager to own the parts department in a fast-paced auto body shop. You will manage parts ordering, receiving, verification, organization, and delivery to technicians to keep repair operations moving efficiently.

This role requires experience in an auto body/collision repair parts department, strong knowledge of automotive parts, and excellent organizational skills. You will collaborate with estimators, technicians, vendors, and management to maintain smooth