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The parts manager is both a sales employee and someone in charge of parts inventory and control at an automotive dealership. In order to manage a dealership and the personnel, parts managers are responsible for inventory management and sourcing of quality parts depending on demand and cost targets. In addition, buying and selling quality parts at the right price is an essential aspect of the job.
A large part of a parts manager's day consists of helping increase product order numbers, overseeing the flow of parts in and out of the dealership, pricing parts for estimates, order parts, receive parts' orders, return defective parts to vendors, and selling parts over the counter. And don't forget about the administrative role. The role requires sales skills, product knowledge, inventory management, sourcing capabilities, customer service skills, repair techniques, interpersonal skills, and communication skills. It's also beneficial to have experience working with these parts so you can promote them better.
Parts managers earn a basic salary of $56,115, which breaks down to $26.98 an hour. They may need a bachelor's degree in business or automotive technology or a high school diploma with relevant experience.
