Parts Manager: Lead Inventory & Vendor Ops

May Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram; Chandler (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on vehicle purchases

Discounts on vehicle services

Job summary

May Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram in Chandler, Oklahoma seeks an experienced Automotive Parts Manager to lead the parts department, optimize inventory, and ensure timely parts availability while delivering exceptional customer service.

The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, deep automotive parts knowledge, and proven experience managing inventory and dealership parts operations in a fast-paced environment. Join a professional, service‑minded team committed to excellence.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Automotive Parts Manager or in a comparable dealership parts management position.
• Strong understanding of automotive parts operations, inventory management, and dealership processes.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Experience analyzing inventory, sales performance, and department profitability.
• Proficiency with dealership management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional automotive certifications preferred.
• Experience with Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram parts operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily parts department operations, including inventory management, purchasing, and order fulfillment.
• Coordinate with the service and sales departments to ensure accurate and timely parts availability.
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers to secure competitive pricing and reliable delivery.
• Supervise, train, and support parts department personnel to achieve operational and customer service objectives.
• Maintain accurate inventory records, monitor stock levels, and minimize obsolete and aging inventory.
• Analyze parts sales, inventory turnover, and departmental performance to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure departmental compliance with dealership policies, safety procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Prepare and review departmental performance reports and communicate findings to dealership management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Inventory analysis

MS Office

Dealership processes

Education

High school diploma

Automotive certifications preferred

Tools

Dealership management systems

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

May Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram in Chandler, Oklahoma seeks an experienced Automotive Parts Manager to lead the parts department, optimize inventory, and ensure timely parts availability while delivering exceptional customer service.

The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, deep automotive parts knowledge, and proven experience managing inventory and dealership parts operations in a fast-paced environment. Join a professional, service‑minded team committed to excellence.