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Assistant Parts Manager
Sentry West Mazda
940 Boston Turnpike (Route 9) Shrewsbury MA
At Sentry West Mazda, our Parts Department is a crucial part of our success, ensuring that our service and sales operations run smoothly. We are seeking an ambitious Assistant Parts Manager who is eager to grow within the company and has the potential to step into the Parts Manager role in the near future.
The Assistant Parts Manager will work closely with the Parts Manager to oversee daily operations, including managing inventory, coordinating with the service department, and ensuring customer satisfaction. This is a dynamic role with hands-on responsibilities, offering a great opportunity for career advancement. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the automotive industry, a commitment to excellent customer service, and the drive to become our future Parts Manager when the current manager retires.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the Parts Manager in daily operations of the Parts Department
- Help manage inventory levels, including ordering, receiving, and organizing parts
- Ensure that parts are available and ready for service technicians in a timely manner
- Collaborate with the service team to ensure accurate and efficient parts usage
- Provide exceptional customer service to both internal and external customers
- Process orders, returns, and warranty claims promptly and accurately
- Assist in maintaining accurate records of all parts transactions
- Stay updated on Mazda product lines, parts, and services
- Train and mentor staff in the Parts Department
- Handle Parts Department in the absence of the Parts Manager
Qualifications:
- 2 years of experience in an automotive parts department (Mazda experience preferred but not required)
- Knowledge of automotive parts, inventory management, and dealership processes
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Proficiency with parts management software and basic computer skills
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
- A positive, team-oriented attitude with a desire for career growth
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to advance into the Parts Manager role within the next few years
- Competitive salary and benefits package –$60-80k
- Employee discounts on Mazda vehicles and parts
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Supportive team culture in a fast-growing dealership
Benefits
· Industry-leading benefits include health & dental, short & long term disability insurance, life insurance, paid vacation, and 401(k) plan
· Women and men are both encouraged to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer.
· A valid drivers’ license is required.
· Sentry strives to maintain a drug free workplace. All offers of employment contingent on a drug screen for substances illegal in the state of Massachusetts
How to Apply:
If you're ready to take the next step in your automotive career and have a vision of becoming a future Parts Manager, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the role.