Parts Manager In-Training - Las Vegas Stores

AutoNation • Las Vegas, NV

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About The Position

The Parts Manager In-Training will prepare to run a profitable and efficient automotive parts department. The role involves managing purchasing, inventory control, employee utilization, pricing, merchandising, and advertising. The manager forecasts and works toward department goals, ensures parts and accessories are available for resale, supports timely parts turnaround for warranty and customer-pay work, and coordinates with other departments. The position also includes budgeting, regulatory compliance, employee training and supervision, customer satisfaction, pricing oversight, and inventory management.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• College degree or equivalent experience.
• Two years of experience as a Parts Manager at an automobile dealership or in a wholesale parts department.
• Two years of supervisory experience.
• Five years of experience in an automotive parts department.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.
• Excellent communication and managerial skills.
• Valid in-state driver’s license and an acceptable, safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Forecast department goals and objectives and work to achieve them.
• Ensure parts and accessories are available for resale.
• Promote harmony and teamwork with other departments.
• Work with the Service Manager to ensure timely turnaround of parts for warranty and customer-pay jobs.
• Establish and maintain purchasing policies, including purchase orders, inventory guide figures, and order codes.
• Prepare and administer the parts department’s annual operating budget.
• Understand and comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations affecting parts sales.
• Establish and maintain programs to train, develop, and motivate department employees.
• Direct and schedule the activities of parts department employees.
• Provide technical assistance to parts department employees.
• Monitor parts department employees’ payroll records.
• Develop, enforce, and monitor guidelines for working with customers to maximize customer satisfaction.
• Establish and enforce pricing policies that balance sales volume, customer loyalty, and business costs.
• Monitor and adjust inventory to minimize obsolescence.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• 401(k) matching.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Maternity benefits.
• Associate purchase and discount programs for new and pre-owned vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear.
• Deals and discounts through YouDecide.

What This Job Offers

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