Automotive Parts Manager - Dodge

Job Title: Parts Manager - Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
Location: Puyallup, WA
Job Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Fixed Ops Director
Salary: $90,000.00 to 144,000.00 annually

Job Summary

Larson Automotive Group is seeking a motivated and experienced Dodge Parts Manager to oversee the production, flow, and operations of one of our eight thriving parts departments. We are looking for a leader who is passionate about driving performance, optimizing inventory management, and delivering exceptional customer service. If you have strong leadership skills, prior experience as a service advisor or technician, and knowledge of CDK and WI Advisor, we want to hear from you!

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Opportunity to lead and grow a busy, successful parts department.
• Supportive team environment with career advancement potential.
• Access to industry-leading tools and resources.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Management

• Forecast goals and objectives for the parts department to align with dealership and service department needs.
• Administer and manage a monthly operating budget effectively.
• Maintain a balanced inventory to meet the demands of the service department, body shop, wholesale accounts, and retail customers.
• Establish pricing strategies that maximize profit margins while fostering customer loyalty.
• Monitor and adjust inventory levels to minimize obsolescence and optimize efficiency.

Collaboration

• Work closely with the service manager to ensure timely availability of parts for internal jobs.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless operations and customer satisfaction.

Leadership and Team Development

• Provide professional and enthusiastic leadership to the parts team.
• Interview, hire, and train new employees, ensuring alignment with company standards.
• Delegate tasks effectively, monitor workloads, and maintain high employee performance.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and address disciplinary actions as needed.

Customer Satisfaction

• Develop and implement strategies to enhance customer loyalty and satisfaction.
• Address customer concerns and complaints promptly and professionally.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Proven experience in automotive parts management, service advising, or a technician role.
• Familiarity with CDK and WI Advisor is highly preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in forecasting, budgeting, and inventory management.
• Knowledge of pricing strategies and customer retention techniques.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Directly supervise a team of 5–10 employees.
• Ensure compliance with dealership policies and procedures.
• Provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, and performance evaluations.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with potential performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• A supportive team environment focused on excellence.

Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply today and become a key part of the Larson Automotive Group team, where your leadership will drive success!

Larson Automotive Benefits:

Larson Automotive Group offers a comprehensive group medical insurance plan to all hired full-time applicants that start the first of the month following the completion of continuous 60 of employment. We offer 4 plans to help employees access the best plan that fits their budget and needs. One plan is zero cost to the employee. We also have a company paid Life ($10,000) and AD&D plan ($40,000.00) that is for all benefit eligible employees. Employees must maintain no less than 32 hours per week to be considered ‘full-time’ for benefits.

In addition to medical insurance, Larson Automotive Group also offers vision, dental and various other ancillary coverages such as additional Life, AD&D, LTD, STD, Accident, Hospital, and Pet insurance to name a few.

Larson Automotive Group also provides an Employee Assistance Program. This is a specialized referral program available to employees to assist in various personal situations. This includes counseling for substance abuse, financial difficulties, mental illness, family issues and more. These are all provided to the employee free of charge and confidential with a third party.

Larson Automotive Group also helps plan for your future with our retirement plan available to all employees over the age of 21. The 401k plan starts after the completion of 2 months of employment, the employee will be automatically enrolled into the program starting at a 3% deduction and this will increase 1% per year for the first 3 years. The company does match 50% of the first 4% contributed by the employee. Employees on a budget or who want to know exactly what will be coming out of their check can also opt to have a flat dollar amount withheld from their check. We also offer a ROTH plan option as well. Employees can opt out of the plans at any time.

We offer a KOFE (knowledge of Financial Education) plan free of charge to the employee to help provide the employees with the tools needed for financial wellness.

Hourly and Salary employees will receive 6 paid holidays each year.

We offer a competitive PTO (Paid Time Off) program; employees begin to accrue hours from day one worked (eligible to use after 90 days of employment). PTO is accrued for the first 2 years at 1 hour for every 40 hours worked at 3 to 10 years 1.53 hours of PTO for every 40 hours worked and at 10 years 2.30 hours of PTO for every 40 hours worked.

We offer a vehicle purchasing programs for all the vehicle brands we offer. All you need to do is contact the GM of that dealership to see what options they currently have available.

Requirements

• 2-4 years related experience and/or training.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business and/or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports and various business documents clearly and concisely.
• Basic mathematical aptitude including discounts, interest, and commissions.
• Ability to drive manual and automatic transmission.
• Highly capable problem solver.
• Effective communication skills
• Clean driving record

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.