Automotive Parts Manager - Audi Shawnee Mission

About the role

Remarkable Automotive Parts Manager Opportunity

Do you want to help transform the auto industry? Come let Audi Shawnee Mission show you just how Remarkable you can be!

At Audi Shawnee Mission, our mission is to create a powerhouse of high-impact teams and leaders, deliver an exceptional and unforgettable experience for every guest every time, elevate and grow our manufacturer brands in our markets, and operate with discipline and focus to achieve operational and financial success. We are challenging the norm when it comes to both the car buying process and the employee experience, and as a Audi Shawnee Mission teammate, you will play a direct role in that mission.

We value individuals who:

• Stay curious by seeking different perspectives, learning constantly, and adapting quickly
• Make it matter by maximizing impact and focusing on what matters most
• Win together by operating with a team first perspective
• Be caring by genuinely caring for and supporting others
• Act with courage by choosing courage over comfort in their decisions and actions, even when it is hard to do.

At Audi Shawnee Mission we encourage and support career development, job opportunities across multiple professions, an inclusive culture where everyone is a leader (from entry level up to general management), and an almost obsessive focus on the employee and guest experience. Combine that with market-leading benefits and opportunities across multiple states, and we think you'll agree that YOU BELONG AT AUDI SHAWNEE MISSION!

Your Purpose as an Automotive Parts Manager:

The Parts Manager is responsible for leading an efficient and profitable Parts Department, ensuring a high level of guest satisfaction and long-term retention. This role oversees all aspects of parts operations, including inventory management to optimize fill rate, cost control, merchandising, and accurate recordkeeping. The Parts Manager also plays a key role in building and maintaining strong team relationships, driving performance, and supporting overall dealership success through effective processes and operational discipline.

Baxter Auto Group is one of the nation's leading automotive retail groups, serving the metro areas of Omaha, Lincoln, Kansas City, Colorado Springs, and Madison. The company operates 20 dealerships and represents eight of the nation's top automotive brands, including Ford, Lexus, Toyota, Audi, Volkswagen, Honda, Subaru, and Mercedes-Benz.

Baxter Auto believes its exceptional employees truly distinguish the company in the marketplace. It continually invests in maintaining a remarkable employee experience, including industry-leading benefits, a flexible work-life balance, and an experience centered around four key pillars: purpose, growth, well-being, and belonging.

Employment with Baxter is contingent upon applicants' successful completion of the background check process and drug screening test.

Responsibilities

• Manage and analyze departmental financial performance; forecast and set goals to drive profitability
• Develop and implement processes to improve efficiency, meet deadlines, and support overall dealership objectives
• Oversee parts inventory to optimize fill rate, control costs, and ensure proper merchandising
• Establish and maintain pricing strategies that balance profitability with customer retention
• Lead and support wholesale parts operations to generate additional revenue
• Ensure accurate recordkeeping and maintain required reporting for dealership leadership
• Utilize dealership systems and stay current with manufacturer programs, tools, and processes
• Partner with the management team to achieve dealership-wide goals and improve operations
• Oversee warranty procedures and ensure compliance with manufacturer and third-party policies
• Ensure adherence to all federal, state, and local regulations, including safety and environmental standards
• Foster strong employee relationships and maintain a productive, accountable team environment
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

Basic Qualifications:

• Automotive parts management experience strongly preferred
• Strong leadership and team development skills with the ability to drive accountability and performance
• High level of organization and attention to detail, especially in inventory and recordkeeping
• Business-minded with the ability to analyze financials and make data-driven decisions
• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to service excellence and retention
• Problem-solving ability with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach
• Effective communication skills across departments, vendors, and customers
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Adaptability and openness to new systems, processes, and manufacturer requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle

Benefits

Your Well-Being:

• Competitive Pay: $85,000 - $115,000 (salary plus bonus)
• Flexible Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-5:00 PM (typically 45-50 hours per week)
• Comprehensive Benefits Offering: Market-leading medical plans including PPO, HSA, and FSA options; Multiple Dental (includes orthodontics) and Vision plans; Varying Vacation and Sick Leave available Day 1; 4 Week-Paid Parental Leave available Day 1; 401(k) Match with 100% vesting after 1 year and immediate eligibility at age 18; Short- and Long-Term Disability options; Accident and Critical Illness Plans; Basic Life, Pet, Legal, & Identity Insurance
• Training and Development Opportunities for All Employees
• Extensive Employee Discounts: Vehicle purchases, parts, service, hotels, travel, and more
• Educational Reimbursement: General and specialized technical automotive degrees
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Paid Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, & Christmas Day