Automotive Parts & Inventory Operations Manager
Unlimited OffroadAutomotive Parts & Inventory Operations Manager Unlimited Offroad Centers, Inc. (UORC) is a family-owned and operated automotive business specializing in Jeep, truck, and off-road customization. We are looking for an experienced, organized, and motivated Automotive Parts & Inventory Operations Manager to oversee our parts department and ensure our technicians and sales team have the parts and materials they need to keep projects moving efficiently. This is a hands-on management position for someone who understands automotive parts, inventory control, purchasing, and the fast-paced environment of a busy custom automotive shop. Position Responsibilities Oversee the daily operations of the parts and inventory department. Manage and organize automotive parts, accessories, tires, wheels, and other shop inventory. Order parts and materials needed for customer projects and vehicle builds. Work closely with technicians, service management, and sales to ensure parts are available when needed. Track incoming and outgoing inventory and maintain accurate inventory records. Receive, inspect, label, and properly store incoming parts and materials. Verify orders for accuracy and address incorrect, damaged, or missing items with vendors. Maintain organized parts storage areas and ensure inventory can be located quickly and efficiently. Monitor inventory levels and identify items that need to be reordered. Assist with establishing appropriate stocking levels for commonly used parts and materials. Maintain relationships with parts suppliers and vendors. Compare pricing and availability to help control costs. Assist with sourcing hard-to-find, discontinued, or specialty automotive parts. Coordinate parts for multiple vehicle projects while keeping each customer's project organized. Work with management to resolve parts-related delays and problems. Oversee and assist parts department employees with their daily responsibilities. Ensure parts are properly assigned to the correct customer vehicle or work order. Help maintain accurate inventory within our point-of-sale and accounting systems. Assist with inventory counts and investigate discrepancies. Maintain a clean, organized, and professional parts and inventory area. Follow company procedures for purchasing, receiving, inventory control, and parts distribution. Perform other duties as assigned by management. What We're Looking For The ideal candidate will have: Previous experience in automotive parts, inventory, purchasing, or a similar position. Strong knowledge of automotive parts and aftermarket accessories. Experience working in an automotive repair, dealership, performance, or customization environment preferred. Previous supervisory or management experience preferred. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Excellent attention to detail. Ability to prioritize multiple customer projects and deadlines. Strong communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to work effectively with technicians, sales staff, vendors, and management. Computer skills and the ability to learn and accurately use inventory and point-of-sale systems. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. A dependable, team-oriented attitude. Ability to work independently and take ownership of the parts department. About UORC At Unlimited Offroad Centers , we are passionate about Jeeps, trucks, and off-road vehicles. We take pride in providing our customers with quality products, professional installations, and customized vehicles that are built to perform. As a family-owned business, we value employees who are dependable, hardworking, accountable, and willing to take pride in what they do. The Parts & Inventory Operations Manager plays an important role in keeping our entire operation running efficiently. If you have strong automotive parts knowledge, enjoy staying organized, and are looking for an opportunity to take ownership of an important department within a growing automotive business, we want to hear from y…