What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parts Manager position at Platinum Honda of Texoma?
As a Parts Manager at Platinum Honda/Nissan/Toyota you will strive to return satisfactory profit on dealer capital invested in parts inventory. Accomplishes objectives using proper purchasing procedures, inventory control, staff utilization, security, pricing, merchandising, displaying and advertising.
Essential Duties
- Forecasts goals and objectives for the department and strives to meet them.
- Hires, trains, motivates, counsels and monitors the performance of all parts department staff.
- Maintains a balanced inventory consistent with the requirements of the service department, wholesale accounts and the do-it-yourself public.
- Establishes pricing parameters in each customer category that generate enough gross profit to produce a satisfactory profit while maintaining customer loyalty.
- Establishes individual parts inventory levels and balances them for maximum turnover.
- Ensures that parts inventory turns (established #) times per year.
- Monitors and adjusts inventory to minimize obsolescence.
- Ensures that all parts are properly tagged so that the dealership recovers full credit from the factory.
- Supervises stock order procedures.
- Sets and enforces a policy on the special ordering of parts. Ensures that stock orders represent at least (established %) percent of all orders.
- Analyzes sales, expenses and inventory monthly to maintain profit goals.
- Develops and administers an aggressive wholesale parts program to produce profit.
- Ensures that the same high-quality level of service provided to outside customers is also provided to internal dealership customers.
- Works with the service manager to ensure a timely turnaround of parts needed for internal jobs.
- Attends managers meetings.
- Holds weekly department meetings.
- Analyzes departmental operations and storage layout and revises as needed for maximum effectiveness.
- Provides technical assistance to parts department employees.
- Coordinates a prompt, efficient and timely flow of paperwork.
- Directs shipping and receiving efforts to ensure timely processing.
- Takes advantage of all manufacturers' inventory co-op advertising.
- Develops, enforces and monitors guidelines for working with customers to ensure maximum customer satisfaction.
- Handles customer complaints immediately and according to the dealership's guidelines.
- Ensures that all dealership purchases are properly accounted for before payment is made.
- Enforces safety requirements, including but not limited to forklift training and operation, processing of MSDS sheets on all products carried and OSHA Right-to-Know.
- Understands, keeps abreast of, and complies with federal, state and local regulations that may affect parts sales.
- Maintains professional appearance.
- Other duties as assigned.
What You'll Need
- Previous parts retail sales experience
- Honda/Nissan/Toyota experience a plus
- A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
- Excellent follow-up skills, frequently communicating inventory and availability of parts
- A professional appearance and work ethic
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
What We Offer
- Unlock Your Potential – Free Training & Limitless Advancement Opportunities to Skyrocket Your Career Growth.
- Health and Wellness First – Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans to Keep You and Your Family Thriving.
- Enjoy Complimentary Group Life Insurance for Added Peace of Mind.
- Your Network, Your Success – Employee Referral Bonus Program - Earn While Building a Stronger Team.
- Shop and Save with our generous discounts on Sales, Service, and Parts at Any Platinum Location.
- Secure Your Future - Build Wealth with a 401k
- Smart Savings, Smart Choices – Flexible Spending Account - Save on Taxes for Qualified Expenses.
