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What is an auto parts manager and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025
3 min read
The average auto parts manager salary is $39,599. The most common degree is a high school diploma degree with an business major. It usually takes 4-6 years of experience to become an auto parts manager. Auto parts managers with a Automotive Sales Professional certification earn more money. Between 2018 and 2028, the career is expected to grow 6% and produce 189,200 job opportunities across the U.S.
ScoreAuto Parts ManagerUS Average
Salary
3.1

Avg. Salary $39,599

Avg. Salary $59,228

Stability level
9.6

Growth rate 6%

Growth rate 0.3%

Diversity
3.5
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 0.47%

Asian 6.35%

Black or African American 6.16%

Hispanic or Latino 15.13%

Unknown 4.33%

White 67.55%

Gender

female 16.57%

male 83.43%

Age - 44
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%

Asian 7.00%

Black or African American 14.00%

Hispanic or Latino 19.00%

White 57.00%

Gender

female 47.00%

male 53.00%

Age - 44
Stress level
9.6

Stress level is very high

7.1 - high

Complexity level
9.2

Complexity level is advanced

7 - challenging

Work life balance
3.6

Work life balance is poor

6.4 - fair

Auto parts manager career paths

Key steps to become an auto parts manager

  1. Explore auto parts manager education requirements

    Most common auto parts manager degrees

    High School Diploma

    36.9 %

    Bachelor's

    23.2 %

    Associate

    22.7 %
  2. Start to develop specific auto parts manager skills

    SkillsPercentages
    Inventory Control14.40%
    Store Operations7.39%
    Customer Inquiries6.58%
    Retail Sales6.24%
    Parts Counter5.96%
  3. Complete relevant auto parts manager training and internships

    Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New auto parts managers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as an auto parts manager based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real auto parts manager resumes.
  4. Research auto parts manager duties and responsibilities

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    • Facilitate safety training meetings and exercises using Microsoft PowerPoint to help employees understand the potential safety hazards in their work environment.
    • Lead a team of in home geek squad agents that have the highest productivity in the company.
  5. Apply for auto parts manager jobs

    Now it's time to start searching for an auto parts manager job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

    1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
    2. Consult your professional network
    3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
    4. Watch out for job scams

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Average auto parts manager salary

The average auto parts manager salary in the United States is $39,599 per year or $19 per hour. Auto parts manager salaries range between $30,000 and $52,000 per year.

Average auto parts manager salary
$39,599 Yearly
$19.04 hourly

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Updated January 8, 2025

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