Dealership Parts Manager
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Job Location:
Rantoul, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Dealership Parts Manager with a strong background in automotive dealership parts operations. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who understands dealership workflows inventory management wholesale and retail parts sales and delivering excellent internal and external customer service.
The Parts Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the dealerships parts department including inventory control staff leadership vendor coordination and supporting the service and sales departments.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive pay based on experience
Health insurance
401(k) retirement plan
- Supportive and team-based environment
Paid time off (PTO) & sick leave
Key Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day Parts Department operations
Oversee the full parts sales process for retail wholesale and internal service needs
Order receive stock and manage parts inventory
Source and locate parts not currently in inventory
Process and track special-order parts and communicate status updates to customers and staff
Support technicians and service advisors with accurate parts identification and fulfillment
Maintain inventory accuracy through regular audits and cycle counts
Ensure compliance with dealership manufacturer and regulatory requirements
Maintain high customer satisfaction and resolve issues promptly
Recruit train schedule and supervise parts department staff
Establish department goals manage budgets and support growth initiatives
Develop and maintain wholesale parts accounts
Act as liaison with manufacturer representatives and stay current on warranty and policy updates
Enforce company safety policies and procedures
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications & Experience
Previous automotive dealership experience required
Minimum 3 years of experience in a dealership parts and/or service department
Strong knowledge of automotive parts systems and dealership operations
Experience with dealership parts and inventory software systems
Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational time management and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
High school diploma or equivalent required
Professional appearance positive attitude and strong work ethic
Retail and wholesale parts experience preferred
Why Join Shields Ford
This is a great opportunity for a proven dealership Parts Manager or an experienced parts professional ready to step into leadership. We offer stability competitive compensation and the chance to make a real impact within the dealership.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race color religion sex sexual orientation national origin disability genetic information pregnancy or any other protected characteristic as protected by law.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Sales Experience
- Inventory Control
- Forklift
- Customer Service
- Algebra
- Computer Skills
- Dealership Experience
- GM Vehicles
- Management Experience
- Agriculture
- Geometry
- P&L Management
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