Parts Manager

Company: AutoCanada Inc - Greater Toronto Area

Position: Parts Manager 

Classification: Full Time, Onsite 

AutoCanada, the largest publicly-traded automotive group in Canada, is NOW HIRING an experienced Parts Manager for one of our busy GTA locations! This is your opportunity to get your foot in the door with an automotive group that believes in growing our talent, connecting with the communities that we serve, and building a brand that is recognized across North America for our commitment to integrity and customer service. If you share our passion for people, automobiles, and making money then we want to talk to you about a new career! 

AutoCanada is proud to offer our full-time employees the following benefits to aid in their well-being and performance: 
 

• Competitive pay plans and a motivated group of AutoCanada employees to work alongside
• Dental and vision insurance
• Prescription insurance that can discount purchases up to 80%
• Paid holiday and flex time for full time AutoCanada employees
• Employee vehicle purchase & service programs
• Employee assistance programs focused on health & wellness
• Company-wide appreciation events and contests throughout the calendar year
• Professional development and the opportunity to grow your career with a North American automotive group operating in Canada and the United States

Position Overview: 

The Parts Manager is responsible for overseeing the procurement, inventory management, and distribution of automotive parts within an organization. You'll work closely with suppliers, technicians, and other stakeholders to ensure the availability of the right parts at the right time. 

Job Description: 
 

• Managing and maintaining inventory levels of automotive parts
• Developing and implementing procurement strategies to ensure cost-effectiveness
• Collaborating with suppliers to negotiate pricing and terms
• Monitoring and analyzing market trends to anticipate parts demand
• Ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards
• Supervising a team of parts specialists and coordinating their work
• Resolving any issues related to parts availability or quality
• Promoting and selling parts to customers, building relationships with existing customers, and identifying potential new customers
• Completing paperwork, processing invoices, and performing other administrative tasks as needed

Requirements: 
 

• Must be 18 years of age or older to meet insurance requirements for operating a motor vehicle
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must submit to and adequately pass a pre-employment background and MVR screen prior to employment
• Open availability to work days, evenings, weekends, and some holidays
• High school diploma or equivalent required, bachelor's degree preferred
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience working in an automotive dealership Parts Department in a leadership role
• A detailed understanding of Parts and Service operations and inventory management
• Understanding of Provincial Safety code requirements for dealerships
• Advanced working knowledge of CDK dealer management system
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, which includes: standing, sitting, walking, bending, crouching, reaching, lifting, etc.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to construct emails and messages in a professional and inviting manner
• Has the competitive spirit, drive, outgoing personality, consistency, and resilience to meet monthly objectives while following a daily work plan

Apply Now! 

For more information on our Company, please visit our website at www.autocan.ca. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter on the Careers portion of our website. 

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

At AutoCanada, we are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively support everyone in expressing themselves and reaching their full potential. Our commitment extends to reaching out to individuals from various backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate based on gender identity, race, national origin, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital or family status, or mental/physical disabilities. AutoCanada is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter. 

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