Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Parts Sales Manager and lead the charge in driving sales, optimizing inventory, and delivering exceptional customer service within the automotive parts industry. In this energetic role, you will oversee the parts sales process, manage supplier relationships, and coordinate with various departments to ensure seamless operations. Your expertise will help streamline supply chain activities, enhance dealership performance, and foster strong client relationships. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence business growth while working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment committed to excellence.
Duties
- Lead and motivate the parts sales team to achieve sales targets and deliver outstanding customer service.
- Manage inventory control, warehouse management, and order management systems to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Develop and implement demand planning strategies to forecast parts needs accurately and reduce excess inventory.
- Cultivate strong relationships with OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) suppliers and negotiate favorable pricing and procurement terms.
- Oversee procurement management, sourcing, and logistics to ensure timely delivery of parts while controlling costs.
- Utilize ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems such as AS400 or similar platforms for data entry, order processing, and inventory tracking.
- Coordinate shipping & receiving activities, ensuring compliance with safety standards and efficient warehouse operations.
- Support automotive diagnostics, automotive service, auto body repair, and equipment repair processes by providing technical knowledge when needed.
- Implement supply chain management best practices to streamline operations across manufacturing facilities or dealership locations.
- Maintain excellent customer service by addressing client inquiries promptly and resolving issues related to pricing, availability, or delivery.
Skills
- Strong knowledge of supply chain management, procurement processes, and sourcing strategies.
- Experience with automotive diagnostics, automotive repair, HVAC systems, or auto body repair is a plus.
- Proficiency in warehouse management systems (WMS), order management systems, CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System), and ERP platforms like AS400.
- Mechanical knowledge combined with data entry skills for accurate inventory control and demand planning.
- Excellent negotiation skills for dealing with suppliers and vendors to secure competitive pricing.
- Familiarity with shipping & receiving procedures, logistics coordination, and warehouse experience.
- Customer service orientation with the ability to communicate effectively across departments and with clients.
- Ability to manage procurement activities efficiently while maintaining compliance with safety standards.
- Knowledge of dealership operations including sourcing OEM parts and managing auto parts inventory for automotive service centers.
This role is ideal for a proactive professional eager to make an impact in the automotive parts industry through strategic leadership and operational excellence!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $880.00 per week
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
