Automotive Parts Manager, Smothers European Volvo

Must have Volvo, or other new vehicle dealership experience. The Parts Manager is responsible for managing an efficient and profitable Parts Department. The primary objectives include ensuring customer satisfaction and retention; assure vehicles are fixed right the first visit; forecasting goals and objectives; developing and implementing business plans to increase profitability and control costs; and building good employee and customer relationships. The Service Manager will work with the Parts Manager, and Sales Manager to achieve these goals and perform and/or assign the duties listed below. • Forecast sales and profit goals and objectives for the department and strive to meet them • Accomplish objectives through proper purchasing procedures, marketing and advertising and inventory control • Manage the parts inventory, stock orders and track all expenses • Monitor and adjust inventory to minimize obsolescence • Work with the Service Manager to ensure parts are in stock or ordered in a timely manner, as needed for all scheduled repairs • Manage department employee scheduling and attendance.