Assistant Parts Manager

Job Title: Assistant Parts Manager

Department: Parts
Reports To: Parts Manager
Location:  Mazda of White Plains   Elmsford, NY
Employment Type: Full-Time

Mazda of White Plains, part of The Premier Collection is looking for a positive, diligent, and focused individual to assist in our growing Parts Dept.  We are a new, State of the Art facility located in the heart of Westchester County.  We possess a strong, experienced management team.   Therefore, you will be trained by some of the best people in the industry.  Our corporate culture is one of mutual respect and inclusion.  We support our employees as they grow and develop in the automotive industry and work to ensure a happy, team concept work environment.

Job Summary

The Assistant Parts Manager supports the daily operations of the Parts Department by assisting with inventory control, staff supervision, customer service, and vendor relations. This role helps ensure the department operates efficiently, profitably, and in compliance with dealership and manufacturer standards while delivering excellent service to internal and external customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Parts Manager in overseeing daily department operations


• Help manage parts inventory, including ordering, stocking, pricing, and cycle counts


• Maintain accurate records and ensure proper documentation of parts transactions


• Support wholesale, retail, and internal (service department) parts sales


• Assist with training, scheduling, and supervising parts department staff


• Ensure parts department meets or exceeds customer satisfaction standards


• Work with vendors and manufacturers to ensure timely and accurate parts delivery


• Help control departmental expenses and maximize gross profit


• Ensure compliance with dealership policies, OEM guidelines, and safety standards


• Step in for the Parts Manager as needed

Qualifications

• Previous experience in automotive parts (dealership experience preferred)


• Knowledge of OEM and aftermarket parts


• Familiarity with dealership management systems (DMS)


• Strong organizational and inventory management skills


• Excellent customer service and communication abilities


• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment


• Leadership or supervisory experience is a plus


• Valid driver’s license

Skills & Competencies

• Attention to detail


• Strong problem-solving skills


• Ability to work well with service technicians and advisors


• Basic computer and inventory software proficiency


• Dependable and team-oriented mindset

Benefits (Optional – Customize as Needed)

• Competitive pay


• Health, dental, and vision insurance


• Paid time off


• 401(k) or retirement plan


• Employee discounts


• Opportunities for advancement