What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Parts Manager position at Wiskerchen Truck & Equipment, LLC?
Assistant parts manager is primarily responsible for assisting the parts manager by managing inventory levels, sourcing parts, providing customer service, overseeing special orders, coordinating with service departments to ensure part availability, and supporting the hiring, training, and supervision of parts department staff, while maintaining accurate records of sales and inventory.
Key responsibilities of an assistant parts manager include:
- Inventory management:
-Monitoring current parts inventory, forecasting future needs, and placing orders to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Customer service:
-Answer inbound phone calls to make sure calls are not being missed.
-Helping customers find the correct parts, providing price quotes, and addressing customer concerns.
-Working with shop techs and parts counter employees that correct parts are being ordered
- Part sourcing:
-Identifying and procuring parts from suppliers, including managing special orders.
-ordering parts thru the best option for the business (time vs. value)
- Customer parts pricing:
-Determining appropriate pricing for parts to maintain profitability
- Collaboration with service department:
-Coordinating with service technicians to ensure necessary parts are available for repairs
- Staff support:
-Assisting the parts manager with hiring, training, and supervising parts department staff
-Running the day-to-day operations to keep flow of the parts department efficiently
-Verify all items ordered for customers are invoiced promptly
- Receiving and stocking:
-Properly receiving and storing incoming parts, including labeling and placement in inventory
- Sales tracking:
-Maintaining accurate records of parts sales and warranty claims
- Supplier relationship management:
-Building and maintaining relationships with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $26.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 45 – 50 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Auto parts knowledge: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Spencer, WI 54479: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $26 - $30