Parts Manager
Swickard Management Company, Swickard Auto Group•Vancouver, WA
•Onsite
About The Position
Mercedes-Benz Van Center of Vancouver is a brand-new, dedicated Sprinter Van Center opening in August 2026 in the Vancouver/Portland metro area. This facility is purpose-built and focused exclusively on Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans, serving businesses, commercial fleets, adventure enthusiasts, and hospitality partners across the Pacific Northwest. This is a ground-floor opportunity to help build the culture and processes of a new operation. Hospitality is a core value, starting with how team members treat each other and every person who walks through the doors.
Requirements
- 3+ years of automotive parts management experience, dealership experience strongly preferred
- Familiarity with Mercedes-Benz or European vehicle parts a significant advantage
- Strong inventory management skills and analytical mindset
- Experience with Dealer Management Systems (CDK, Reynolds & Reynolds, or similar)
- Wholesale parts experience or interest in developing wholesale business a plus
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities
- Valid driver's license with clean record
Responsibilities
- Establish and manage all parts department operations from pre-opening through launch and ongoing
- Develop and maintain optimal inventory levels to support service department needs while managing carrying costs
- Build strong relationships with Mercedes-Benz parts distribution network and secondary suppliers
- Manage parts ordering, receiving, storage, and return processes with accuracy and efficiency
- Support wholesale parts opportunities with commercial fleet and B2B clients in our market
- Collaborate daily with the Service Manager and technicians to ensure parts availability minimizes repair cycle time
- Monitor parts department financial performance including gross profit, inventory turns, and obsolescence
- Ensure compliance with Mercedes-Benz parts standards, programs, and reporting requirements
- Lead, train, and develop the parts team as the department grows
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- paid time off
- Competitive base salary plus parts department performance bonus
- Manufacturer-supported training and Mercedes-Benz certification opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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