Parts Manager

Crash Champions•Bastrop, TX

25d

About The Position

The Parts Manager manages parts ordering, delivery tracking, receiving and inspection, returns, invoicing, and parts-related performance metrics for an automotive collision repair operation. The role works with vendors, Repair Planners, technicians, and the General Manager to ensure parts are accurate, available, accounted for, and used appropriately. The Parts Manager may also mentor and direct a Parts Assistant.

Requirements

High school diploma or G.E.D.
Valid driver's license.
Legally authorized to work in the United States.
Experience in a parts capacity in the automotive industry.
Ability to read and understand instructions and work orders.
Proficient knowledge and use of estimating software.

Responsibilities

Order parts quickly and accurately based on initial estimates and supplements.
Communicate with parts vendors to order parts as needed.
Partner with Repair Planners to ensure parts accuracy.
Track parts status and communicate with vendors about delivery status as needed.
Update the Repair Planner regarding parts status.
Receive delivered parts, mirror-match them to repair orders, and ensure they are placed and accounted for on the parts cart.
Inspect delivered parts for damage within two hours of the expected drop-off.
Return incorrect parts to the vendor immediately.
Monitor parts margin, pending credits, shop consumables inventory, and material spend; discuss optimization with the General Manager as needed.
Ensure parts invoices are posted daily in CCC One and make corrections as necessary.
Provide technicians with reference materials and parts knowledge to support proper parts usage.
Stay current on laws and regulations related to parts installation.
If applicable, mentor and direct the activities of the Parts Assistant.