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Automotive Parts Manager
Pay: $18-$20/hour
Location: Shreveport, LA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30/8:00 AM–5:00/5:30 PM
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and customer-focused Automotive Parts Manager to oversee the daily operations of our parts department. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for managing inventory, sourcing and ordering parts, supporting service technicians and customers, and ensuring the department operates efficiently and profitably.
The ideal candidate has a strong background in automotive or heavy equipment parts, excels at inventory management, and is committed to delivering exceptional customer service. This position also provides leadership and support to a small team while maintaining an organized, well-stocked, and efficient parts department.
Responsibilities:
- Manage the daily operations of the parts department to ensure efficient workflow and customer satisfaction.
- Assist walk-in, phone, and internal customers with parts identification, pricing, availability, and ordering.
- Source, order, receive, and track automotive parts from vendors and suppliers.
- Maintain accurate inventory levels through cycle counts, inventory audits, and stock replenishment.
- Verify incoming shipments and ensure parts are received, stocked, and labeled correctly.
- Review repair estimates to ensure the correct parts are ordered and priced accurately.
- Coordinate with the service department to ensure parts are available for scheduled repairs.
- Process warranty parts and manufacturer warranty claims.
- Monitor backorders, special orders, and vendor deliveries while communicating updates to customers and technicians.
- Process sales transactions and maintain accurate parts records and documentation.
- Organize and maintain inventory, storage areas, and showroom displays.
- Supervise, train, and support a team of 1–3 employees.
- Maintain relationships with vendors and negotiate pricing when appropriate.
- Monitor inventory performance, obsolete stock, and purchasing trends to maximize profitability.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in an automotive, powersports, marine, heavy equipment, or related parts department is required.
- Previous inventory management and parts ordering experience is required.
- Leadership or supervisory experience is required.
- Strong knowledge of automotive parts, inventory control, and purchasing processes.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Proficiency with computers, dealer management systems, inventory software, and Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
- Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic are required.
If you're an experienced parts professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for customer service, we encourage you to apply today.
You should be proficient in:
- Equipment/Parts Counter Sales
- Inventory Management & Control
- Commodity Purchasing Experience
- automotive department experience
- automotive industry
- dealer management systems
- inventory audits
- parts ordering
- purchasing trends
Machines & technologies you'll use:
- inventory software
- microsoft office
Salary : $18 - $20