Lia CJDR Northampton - Automotive Parts Manager

The Lia Group • Northampton, MA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Lia CJDR Northampton is seeking an experienced Parts Manager to lead our parts department. This role involves managing all daily operations, inventory, team development, and driving profitability and growth within the department. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of automotive parts operations, excellent leadership skills, and a customer-focused mindset.

Requirements

• 5+ years of automotive parts experience
• Previous Parts Manager or Assistant Parts Manager experience preferred
• Strong understanding of inventory management and controls
• Experience with wholesale parts operations
• Proven leadership and team development skills
• Strong organizational and communication abilities
• Customer-focused mindset
• Clean and Valid driver's license
• Franchise dealership experience preferred
• Experience growing wholesale business preferred
• Understanding of department financial statements and KPIs preferred
• CDK, Reynolds, Dealertrack, or similar DMS experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Leading all daily parts department operations
• Managing inventory levels, stocking strategy, and obsolescence control
• Driving wholesale growth and developing new account relationships
• Improving department profitability and operational efficiency
• Hiring, training, coaching, and developing team members
• Maintaining strong relationships with service, sales, and wholesale customers
• Monitoring key performance indicators and departmental financial performance
• Ensuring accurate pricing, receiving, and inventory processes
• Working closely with dealership leadership to achieve growth objectives

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Employer funded lifer insurance plan
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Ongoing Manufacturer Training
• Employee Vehicle Purchase Program
• Employee Discounts on service and parts
• Company Provided Uniforms
• Career Growth Opportunities within a Multi-Store Organization

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed