Automotive Parts Manager

The Ed Napleton Automotive Group is looking for our next Automotive Parts Manager. Located at Aston Martin of Downers Grove, the Automotive Parts Manager is responsible for managing the parts department including the hiring, training and development of parts advisors and successfully managing inventory.

Take advantage of this rare opportunity to join one of the country’s largest and most successful automotive dealership groups and Apply Today!  

The Ed Napleton Automotive Group is affiliated with over 25 brands of new vehicles and 50+ dealerships throughout seven states. Our strength comes from the more than 3,500 employees nationwide. We are currently one of the largest automotive groups in the country, providing incredible growth opportunity. 

What We Offer:

• Potential pay range of $70,000-$100,000+ per year. This includes incentive-based pay, so your skills and efforts drive your income.  


• Family Owned and Operated – 90+ years in business! 


• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, 401k 


• Paid Vacation and Sick Time 


• Paid Training 


• Discounts on products, services, and vehicles 


• Fantastic Growth Opportunities 

Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as a liaison between technicians and the parts department.


• Interview, hire, develop and oversee all department staff.


• Manage part department inventory.


• Increase wholesale parts department business.


• Ensure customer has a positive dealership experience.


• Help create goals and objectives for the department, which include an annual operating budget and a marketing plan to promote new and repeat business.


• Keeping up to date on manufacturer warranty and policy procedures while serving as a liaison with the factory representatives. 


• Maintaining the profitability of their departments while controlling expenses and maintaining customer satisfaction.


• Understand and keep abreast of the federal, state, and local regulations that affect their operations, but must also comply with these regulations including hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know and provide necessary training on these regulations and ethical practices.

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent


• Automotive Dealership Parts Management experience preferred


• Familiarity with ordering process of parts for retail sale as well as the ability to successfully lead employees within the parts department


• CSI driven


• CDK experience preferred 


• Willingness to undergo a background check in accordance with local law/regulations 


• 18+ years of age or older to comply with the company driving policy 

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.