PARTS MANAGER
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Job DetailsLevelManagementJob LocationPeterbilt of Sioux City - Sioux City, IAPosition TypeFull TimeEducation LevelHigh SchoolJob ShiftDayJob CategoryManagementDescriptionDescription and Purpose:The Parts Manager is responsible for running a profitable and efficient parts department. They will accomplish objectives through the use of proper purchasing procedures, inventory control, pricing, merchandising, displaying, advertising, and staff utilization. Parts Managers will direct, coordinate, and evaluate the overall direction of the Parts Department and Parts employees.Major Duties and Responsibilities:Operational Duties:Supervise the day-to-day operations of the Parts DepartmentWork with the Service Manager to ensure a timely turnaround of parts needed for internal jobsCoordinate Parts operations in accordance with the Company's policies, principles, and proceduresResearch new products and maintain up-to-date product offeringsUnderstand and oversee inventory controlsOversee Outside Parts Sales personnelConduct meetings with Parts employees to discuss activities and problems of mutual interest and to develop strategies for a more efficient operationHandle customer complaints immediately and according to the Company's guidelinesManagement Duties:Strive for harmony and teamwork with all other departmentsInterviewing and hiring of new employees for the Parts DepartmentMotivate, counsel, and monitor the performance of all Parts Department staffTrain Parts personnel on products and Department proceduresAssign training requirements for Parts employeesConduct performance reviewsReward and discipline Parts employees as neededPlanning Duties:Merchandise the Parts inventory to meet sales and profit targetsForecast goals and objectives for the Department and strive to meet themInterpret financial statements and apply that analysis to the operation of the DepartmentPhysical Demands and Environment:The physical demands and environmental characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Daily operation of a computer and other office machines (e.g., calculator, copy machine, and printers)Occasionally will work in all kinds of weather out of doorsOccasionally employee will lift up to 25 poundsDaily noise level is usually moderateExposed daily to moving mechanical partsDaily will sit, stand, walk, reach, handle, finger, feel, talk, hear, and seeQualificationsEducation/Training or Experience:High School graduate or GED; or equivalent combination of education and experience5 years' experience in heavy-duty truck parts requiredPrior management experience preferredPersonal Requirements:The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writingThe ability to listen and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentencesAble to communicate information and ideas in writing or verbally so others will understandGive full attention to what other people are saying, taking the time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate timesResolve complaints and problems as they arise from customers and employeesDevelop and motivate a team of 20 or more employeesThe ability of performing basic math as well as calculating figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, percentages, and statisticsInteract well with managers, employees, customers, and the general publicAnalyze complex business problems and initiate multifaceted solutionsMust have a valid driver's license and meet insurability requirements with the Company's insurance company