Automotive Parts Manager – Volvo Norwood

About the role

Herb Chambers is part of Asbury Automotive Group, a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest franchised automotive retailers in the United States. We are redefining the traditional dealership model through innovative technologies and our commitment to our team members, guests, and partners. Our culture focuses on the vision of becoming the Most Guest Centric Automotive Retailer. At Asbury, we work together to provide exceptional experiences for our guests while promoting a fun, supportive and inclusive environment where team members can thrive both personally and professionally. Based on our efforts, we have been recognized as one of the best places to work by both Newsweek and US News & World Report.

Automotive Parts Manager: $90,000.00-$140,000.00 + Weekly Pay + Comprehensive Benefits

(Wage is comprised of base salary and % of department profit to be determined as part of pay plan). The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, the type of years and experience within the industry, education, etc.)

Do you have a passion for developing talent, providing exceptional guest experiences, and being an innovator in the automotive industry? As an Automotive Parts Manager, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on our business and in the lives of our team members and customers every day. We are looking for strong, energetic, people-focused team members who will help us redefine the car-buying experience.

The Parts Manager is responsible for overseeing the parts department and employees. It is also the Parts Manager's responsibility to return a satisfactory profit on dealer capital invested in parts inventory.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and administer an annual operating budget for the parts department based on Retail, Wholesale and Customer-Pay (Repair Order) sales.
• Maintain a balanced inventory consistent with the requirements of the service department, body shop, wholesale accounts and the do-it-yourself public.
• Establish pricing parameters in each customer category that generates sufficient gross profit to produce a satisfactory profit, while maintaining customer loyalty.
• Establish individual parts inventory levels and balance them for maximum turnover.
• Monitor and adjust Days' Supply for critical and fast-moving parts' categories and numbers.
• Monitor and adjust inventory to minimize obsolescence.
• Maintain Inventory Aging guidelines.
• Direct shipping and receiving efforts to ensure timely processing.
• Manage the parts inventory and track expenses.
• Work with the service manager and shop foreman to ensure a timely turnaround of parts needed for internal jobs.
• Continue to maintain Asbury's value, quality, and integrity.

Requirements

• Strong customer service skills are a must.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills required.
• Experience with CDK or Reynolds is a plus.
• Must have a minimum of 3 years' experience as an Automotive Parts Employee.
• Previous Automotive Parts Management experience required.
• Must be able to manage in a fast paced work environment.
• Must be a minimum of eighteen years of age.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screens (background & drug test).

Benefits

Pay and Recognition:

• Weekly pay.
• Paid holidays & paid time off.
• Paid training.
• Stock Awards (select management and front-line team members eligible).

Insurance / Retirement:

• Insurance: medical, vision, dental, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity plans.
• Up to 12 weeks paid pregnancy leave (disability leave).
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Health savings.
• Flex spending accounts (tax-free).
• Short-term and Long-term disability plans.
• Life Insurance (Whole Life and Term).
• 401k with company match.
• Pet Insurance.

Learning, Tuition Assistance and Career Development:

• Digital career path tool to assist with career development.
• Continuous training through Asbury's Internal Learning Management System.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.

Additional advantages:

• Technician Student loan relief resources.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee discounts on parts and service repairs.
• Scholarship awards.
• Opportunities to join our community service initiatives, which includes paid volunteer hours.
• Employee referral program with bonus opportunities.