Parts Manager

Parts Manager Flint Equipment Company is a leading John Deere equipment dealer of the southeastern United States. Flint is committed to providing customers with unparalleled equipment service and solutions. We have an opening for a Parts Manager in Americus, GA. This position will manage parts operations within the dealership to provide the highest level of external and internal customer satisfaction while maximizing return on investment through parts sales, inventory control, and expense control. The Parts Manager will optimize parts department processes as well as attract, retain, and effectively engage department personnel. Position Specifics: Department: Parts Reports to: Branch Manager Supervises: Parts Counter Salesperson or Parts Admin Job Status: Exempt Essential Functions: Develops, communicates, enforces and monitors effective Parts Department processes to ensure internal and external customer satisfaction Promotes and merchandises parts and accessories in conjunction with other store locations Creates annual Parts Department goals and budget, in alignment with the organization's financial and operational objectives Develops and executes Parts Department marketing plan and monitors monthly to ensure achievement of departmental goals Maintains an accurate and effective parts inventory control system that includes a perpetual and/or annual physical inventory and proper counter procedures Submits all parts warranty and return claims within the required time frame to receive maximum credit Maximizes use of all order discount programs to achieve management stock order goals Ensures all department tools, equipment and vehicles are in good working order Manages recruiting, staffing and employee development activities for employees reporting to this position Experience, Education, Skills and Knowledge: 1+ years' experience in Parts Department operations Experience leading others Ability to use standard desktop load applications such as Microsoft Office and internet functions Ability to write and speak effectively to individuals and groups Basic understanding of financial principles relative to Parts Department operations Ability to analyze and interpret internal reports Ability to work extended hours and weekends Excellent customer service skills High School Diploma or equivalent experience Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.