Automotive Jobs & Employment Opportunities at Mel Hambelton Ford

SUMMARY: 

The Parts Manager is responsible for managing the Parts Inventory and Parts Employees to increase department profitability.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage Inventory

·         Maintains a balanced inventory consistent with the requirements of the service department, wholesale accounts and the do-it-yourself public.

·         Ensures that all parts are properly inventoried and tagged

·         Analyzes departmental operations and storage layout and revises as needed for maximum effectiveness.

Manage Employees

·         Hires, trains, motivates, counsels and monitors the performance of all parts department staff.

·         Ensures that a high-quality of service is provided to outside customers and internal dealership customers.

·         Develops, enforces and monitors guidelines for working with customers to ensure maximum customer satisfaction.

Increase Profitability

·         Forecasts goals and objectives for the department and strives to meet them.

·         Analyzes sales, expenses and inventory monthly to maintain profit goals.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

Experience

·         Three years of automotive experience preferred

·         Three or more years of management experience preferred

Education / Certifications

·         High School Diploma or GED is required

Skills

·         Outstanding customer service skills

·         Excellent communication skills

o   Ability to work well with personnel and vendors

o   Ability to resolve problems

·         Flexible to change in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

·         Proficient in knowledge of basic computer use

·         Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor

Certifications / Licensures

·         Valid Kansas Driver's License

o   Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record as outlined by company policy

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

·         Occasional bending, squatting, and reaching

·         Very frequent use of hand dexterity (operating keyboard and mouse)

·         Frequent loud noise, fumes, and odors

·         Infrequent outdoor work environment (including wet conditions and variations in temperature)

SUMMARY:

Mel Hambelton Ford is looking for skilled service technicians to join the hard-working and highly qualified team at Mel Hambelton's service department. Enjoy a family environment with a large host of benefits. Join the team, APPLY TODAY!

Benefits

- Health Insurance -- Blue Cross Blue Shield

• 1 week after 1year of employment
• 2weeks after 2 years of employment
• 3 weeks after 5 years of employment
• Holiday pay
• Sick pay

- Industry-leading pay Plans

- Efficiency bonuses

- Upsell bonuses

- Training Incentives

• Factory Training
• Training Bonuses
• Most Advanced Tools and Equipment

- Positive work environment

- Parts and labor discounts for employee vehicles repairs

- D plan pricing on new vehicles  

- Discounted pricing on used vehicles

- Climate controlled facility

- Family Environment

- Employee appreciation tokens such as but not limited to:

• Event tickets
• Company picnic
• Concert tickets