Parts Manager
Mazda of Claremont – Claremont, CA
Mazda of Claremont is looking for an experienced, results-driven Parts Manager to lead our Parts Department. This is not an entry-level management position. We are looking for a seasoned automotive Parts Manager with a proven track record of building a profitable, efficient, customer-focused parts operation.
Previous Mazda Parts Manager experience is highly preferred. Candidates with strong import dealership experience and a history of exceptional performance will also be considered.
We are looking for a Parts Manager who can take our department to the next level by growing our wholesale business, expanding our online parts sales, and building long-term relationships that increase profitability. This individual should already have established relationships within the collision repair and independent mechanic community and know how to turn those relationships into consistent wholesale business.
If you are a leader who understands inventory management, wholesale growth, technician support, customer satisfaction, and departmental profitability, we want to talk to you.
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience as an Automotive Parts Manager (required)
- Mazda Parts Manager experience is strongly preferred
- Minimum of 5 years of successful automotive Parts Management experience
- Deep understanding of Mazda parts operations, warranty parts processes, and manufacturer programs
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to hire, train, motivate, and hold a team accountable
- Experience maximizing gross profit while maintaining healthy inventory levels and achieving inventory turn objectives
- Proven success reducing obsolescence and managing inventory efficiently
- Established relationships with local collision centers, independent repair facilities, body shops, and mechanical repair shops
- Demonstrated ability to build, grow, and maintain a profitable wholesale parts business
- Experience creating wholesale sales strategies and developing new commercial accounts
- Strong understanding of outside sales, wholesale pricing, customer retention, and delivery operations
- Experience with eBay Motors, online parts sales, and e-commerce platforms, with the ability to create and grow a profitable online parts business
- Strong understanding of inventory management, purchasing, pricing, and departmental financial performance
- Ability to analyze department financial statements and key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills
- Experience with dealership management systems and manufacturer parts platforms
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus
- Professional appearance and strong work ethic
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
Responsibilities
- Oversee all daily operations of the Parts Department
- Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing Parts Department team
- Maintain proper inventory levels while improving inventory turns and minimizing obsolescence
- Ensure the Service Department receives accurate and timely parts support to maximize technician productivity
- Aggressively grow the wholesale business by leveraging existing relationships and developing new partnerships with collision centers, independent repair shops, fleet accounts, municipalities, and commercial customers
- Personally develop new wholesale accounts and implement strategies that increase market share and department profitability
- Build and manage the dealership's online parts business through eBay Motors and other e-commerce platforms, creating an additional revenue stream for the dealership
- Monitor departmental financial performance, gross profit, expenses, inventory turns, and key performance indicators
- Deliver exceptional customer service to retail, wholesale, and internal customers
- Hire, train, mentor, and hold team members accountable for performance
- Ensure compliance with Mazda standards and dealership policies
- Work closely with the Service and Sales Departments to maximize dealership performance
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation package with performance incentives
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Ongoing manufacturer training
- Opportunity to lead and grow one of Southern California's premier Mazda Parts Departments
- A leadership team committed to investing in people, innovation, and long-term success
Why Mazda of Claremont?
Mazda of Claremont has built a reputation for excellence, customer satisfaction, and continuous growth. We are looking for a motivated leader who wants to make an impact—not simply maintain the status quo. If you're passionate about building a successful team, expanding wholesale business, growing e-commerce sales, and driving profitability, you'll have the support and resources to succeed.
If you're a proven Parts Manager with Mazda experience who knows how to grow wholesale business, expand online sales, build lasting customer relationships, and drive profitability, we want to hear from you.
Only experienced automotive Parts Managers will be considered. Mazda Parts Manager experience is highly preferred.