Ford Parts Manager

Rochester Ford • Rochester, MN

25d • $72,000 - $120,000

About The Position

The Parts Manager is responsible for ensuring parts and accessories are available for sale, provide customer satisfaction through a spirit of service, and contribute to overall dealership profitability.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years previous auto industry experience
• Previous Automotive Parts experience required
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic understanding of financial principles relative to Parts Department operations.
• High school diploma or equivalent required, college degree preferred
• Valid state driver’s license & ability to be insured through RMC liability insurance required
• Must be able to remain in stationary position 80%
• Must be able to use a ladder or step stool and can reach overhead
• Must be able to stoop and crouch
• Adhere to the Rochester Motor Cars mission, vision and values in all situations.
• Follow and utilize the Rochester Motor Cars philosophy of 1-2-3-4-5.
• Customer Enthusiasm
• Employee Satisfaction
• Financial Performance
• Market Effectiveness
• Ongoing Improvement
• “Grow people, make friends and do good.”
• Exhibit personal excellence by setting high standard of performance.
• Consistently meet or exceed quality standards and requirements.

Nice To Haves

• college degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Generate gross profit in the parts department through the sale of parts and accessories.
• Identify and evaluate suppliers who can offer replacement parts that match the quality of the originals.
• Negotiate best price for parts.
• Manage department expenses through the company & department report card.
• Establish and maintain a consumer relations policy regarding wholesale customer follow-up, material return, complaint handling, etc.
• Maintain regular contact with major customers to build loyalty and ensure long-term revenue.
• Establish and maintain an inventory control system that meets dealership’s internal warranty, retail, and wholesale consumer needs.
• Maintain safety and security procedures that result in safe and secure working environment.

Benefits

• Competitive compensations and benefits, including medical, dental, paid time-off, STD/LTD, 401k and life insurance are offered to full-time employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED