Automotive Parts Manager

Sonic Automotive•Nashville, TN

15h•Onsite

About The Position

EchoPark Automotive is one of the fastest growing brands within the automotive industry, building a business based on doing things the right way, from guest treatment to employee growth opportunities. The company is looking for an Automotive Parts Manager to join their team at the Nashville, TN dealership. This role involves assisting the Reconditioning Manager and overseeing the Parts department, coordinating parts for vehicle reconditioning with Service Technicians, ordering, receiving, storing, and maintaining inventory, processing warranties and returns, providing inventory fulfillment to outlying stores, managing wholesale units, and ensuring ongoing quality assurance for on-lot vehicles.

Requirements

Automotive industry experience
Have a general knowledge of vehicle mechanical operations
Strong computer knowledge, including spreadsheets, word processing, data entry, and inventory systems
Strong math, analytical, and problem-solving skills required
Proven ability to prioritize multiple tasks and follow up consistently
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to take ownership of the details, large and small
Decision-making that demonstrates good judgment

Responsibilities

Oversee the Auto Parts operations for the dealership
Interact with the Service Technicians to coordinate parts for vehicle reconditioning
Order parts from suppliers based on the Reconditioning Department and Technicians' requests
Receive, unpack, and store parts in appropriate storage areas so they are readily available when needed
Takes inventory and maintains records of parts received
Process parts warranties and parts returns as necessary
Maintain stocking levels
Provide inventory fulfillment to outlying stores
Trigger and execute arbitration and transportation claims
Manage wholesale units to include a weekly log for visibility
Deliver ongoing quality assurance for on-lot vehicles
Reporting when needed and as appropriate