Assistant Parts Manager - Destination Mazda Vancouver

Recognized as the 2019 and 2022 Canadian Automotive Dealers Association (CADA) Laureate Award Winner for Business Innovation and one of Canada’s Best Employers for Recent Graduates for 2024, Destination Mazda Vancouver is looking for an Assistant Parts Manager who is looking to take the next step within their career!

The Assistant Parts Manager supports the Parts Manager by overseeing inventory, ordering parts, coordinating with suppliers and service teams, assisting customers, and maintaining accurate stock and performance records. Maintains good working relationships with Body shops , Sales, Service and retail customers and assists Parts staff when needed to assure proper parts are ordered.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly adaptable person looking for a multifaceted and fast-paced environment within a growing automotive company.

What we can provide you:

• Competitive compensation rates!
• Group health benefits program: extended dental & health, vision care, massage therapy, etc.
• Comprehensive training.
• An environment that is friendly, respectful, collaborative and ultimately supports your success.
• Career advancement opportunities!

What you’ll be doing:

• Taking over all Managerial duties in the absence of the manager.
• Working with the Parts Manager on how to increase the business and Gross profits.
• Ordering and inventorying parts as necessary to maintain accurate stocking levels.
• Sort, store, and organize incoming parts to ensure repair processes are followed.
• Utilize an EPC to look up accurate parts for Service vehicle repairs.
• Provide accurate information as necessary to all departments.
• Liaise with Service Advisors and Technicians to ensure accuracy and necessity of parts.
• Returning cancelled or unnecessary parts as per departmental policies.
• Review and validate accuracy of parts sold to repairs for approvals and pricing.

What we need from you:

• 3+ years in an Automotive Parts environment; previous experience with Mazda parts is an asset.
• Automotive proficiency with a high level of understanding of vehicle components.
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to multi-task, prioritize, and adapt in a very high volume and fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated, independent, process driven and a team player with a high sense of urgency and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift 50lbs.
• Knowledge of CDK system is an asset.
• Have a valid British Columbia driver’s license, with a clean driver’s abstract.

If this sounds like you, submit your resume today.

Destination Auto Group is committed to employment equity and to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds, identities and abilities. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please feel free to reach out to us.