The Auto Parts Inventory Manager is an employee of Straub's - Dealer Solutions, Inc. (DSI), a WIS International company, responsible for leading annual physical inventory counts within assigned automobile dealership parts departments. We need someone who has worked in a parts department with DMS experience who can manage these physical inventories throughout the Mid-Atlantic. If you are a Fixed Operations Manager or Parts Manager looking to step back a bit, or a Parts Specialist or Counter Person looking for an opportunity, you may be a great fit. This is a full-time position with salary and benefits. To learn more about DSI visit www.dealer-solutions.com.

Job Duties:

• Serves as the client's primary point of contact prior to, during, and immediately following the completion of a physical inventory count.
• Facilitates internal and external pre-inventory communication, ensuring mutual expectations are defined as well as developing a plan to meet these expectations.
• Manages all DSI staff assigned to an inventory to ensure a timely, thorough and accurate inventory count process.
• Actively works with the Parts Manager throughout the event to ensure open communication and confidence in the count process.
• Maximizes the profitability of each inventory by managing labor expenses through process efficiencies.
• Promotes the mission, Vision and values of parent company WIS International and regularly incorporates such in their dealings with employees, clients and others during the course of their work with Straub's - DSI.

Qualifications:

• This work includes most weekends other than holidays. If you are not available to work on weekends this job will not be a good fit.
• A fair amount of parts operation experience working in an Auto Dealership.
• Knowledge of Dealer Management Systems (DMS) is required, ideally proficiency in at least two of CDK, Reynolds and Dealertrack.
• Strong staff leadership, planning and organizational experience.
• Comfortable in a client-facing role, with strong customer service, communication (verbal and written), and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Excel.
• Ability to travel mostly throughout the Mid-Atlantic (DE, MD, North VA), with a valid driver's license, good driving record, and dependable transportation.