Automotive Parts Manager

Automotive Parts Manager

Location: Veero Ford & Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram – Morris, MN

At Veero Ford & Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, we’re more than a dealership! We’re a process-driven, family-oriented business built on respect, accountability, and growth. Our team takes pride in serving the community of Morris, MN, with integrity and professionalism while developing our employees through consistent training and leadership support. We’re currently seeking a motivated and experienced Automotive Parts Manager to lead our parts department and help us continue delivering exceptional service to our customers and technicians.

Job Type & Schedule

• Job Type: Full-Time
• Schedule: Monday to Friday (occasional Saturdays as needed)

• Work Location: In person
• Ability to Commute: Morris, MN (Required)

• Salary Range: $60,000 - $78,000

Job Description

The Parts Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the parts department, ensuring efficient inventory control, strong vendor relationships, and excellent customer and technician support. This individual will lead a small but dedicated team while maintaining profitability and ensuring the department operates in line with dealership goals.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and capable of balancing administrative tasks with hands-on leadership in a fast-paced environment. Experience working with both Ford and Stellantis (CDJR) parts systems is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all day-to-day operations within the parts department
• Manage inventory, stock levels, and special orders to ensure parts availability and control costs
• Limiting and maintaining a low parts obsolescence level on parts with no sales over twelve months and to current industry guidelines
• Maintain manufacturer and vendor relationships for both Ford and Stellantis product lines
• Accurately price, order, and receive parts using OEM systems and dealership DMS
• Track and manage parts returns, cores, and warranty documentation
• Support the service department by ensuring timely delivery of needed parts
• Proper scrapping and destruction of all obsolete parts deemed “not returnable” and written off for tax purposes.
• Monitor department financial performance, including gross profit and expense control
• Train, coach, and evaluate parts team members to ensure excellent performance and customer satisfaction
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe parts storage and work areas
• Collaborate with management to create department goals, sales initiatives, and operational improvements

Qualifications

• 3+ years of dealership parts experience (management or assistant management experience preferred)
• Strong knowledge of Ford and/or Stellantis OEM parts systems
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Proficient in inventory control and cost management
• Experience using Dealer track is highly preferred
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Professional, customer-focused demeanor
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Why Join Veero Ford & Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

• Stable, family-owned dealership with a strong community reputation
• Collaborative and process-driven management team
• Modern facility and updated parts systems
• Opportunity to build and lead a growing department

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience and certification
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Saving Account
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement
• Relocation Assistance for qualified applicants
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Life insurance and vehicle purchase program

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Veero Ford & Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace for all employees. Discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity will not be tolerated.