Parts Director-Mercedes-Benz of Silver Spring

Job Description Lead the Team. Drive Performance. Build Your Future. Are you an experienced automotive parts leader ready to take the next step in your career? Mercedes-Benz of Silver Spring is seeking a driven, results-oriented Parts Director to lead our parts department, develop a high-performing team, and drive operational excellence at one of the automotive industry's most recognized luxury brands. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on leader who understands the business of automotive parts, knows how to build strong teams, and is passionate about maximizing profitability, improving efficiency, and delivering exceptional support to both internal and wholesale customers. At Mercedes-Benz of Silver Spring, your leadership will make a difference. You'll have the opportunity to influence department performance, strengthen processes, develop talent, and contribute to the continued success of our dealership. What We Offer: An Opportunity to Succeed Competitive Compensation with unlimited earning potential (Earn $150,000+ with commission earning potential) Strong Mercedes Benz Support to help you maximize department performance Career Advancement Opportunities within MileOne Autogroup A Performance-Driven Culture that values leadership, accountability, teamwork, and results Training and Mentorship to support your continued professional development The MileOne Employee Advantage At MileOne Autogroup, we believe investing in our people is essential to building successful teams and a strong organization. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits and programs designed to support employees and their families both professionally and personally. Our MileOne Employee Advantage includes health and financial benefits, training and mentoring, an Employee Purchase Program, the MileOne Support Fund, an Employee Assistance Program, and more. Your Leadership Opportunity As Parts Director, you'll take ownership of the department's performance, overseeing inventory strategy, purchasing, personnel development, and profitability. You'll play a key role in ensuring the right parts are available at the right time while building an efficient, customer-focused operation. Key Responsibilities Lead and Develop Your Team: Recruit, motivate, mentor, and train department employees to build a knowledgeable, productive, and customer-focused team. Drive Department Profitability: Develop and execute strategies to grow wholesale parts sales, increase revenue, and maximize gross profit. Optimize Inventory Performance: Establish and maintain appropriate inventory levels to improve inventory turns, control costs, and support service department needs. Manage Inventory and Obsolescence: Monitor inventory activity, minimize obsolete parts, and ensure compliance with manufacturer return programs. Strengthen Department Operations: Establish effective purchasing, pricing, merchandising, security, and inventory control procedures. Collaborate Across Departments: Partner closely with the Service Manager and other dealership leaders to improve workflow, support customer satisfaction, and achieve shared business objectives. Create a Culture of Accountability: Set clear expectations, monitor results, and continuously identify opportunities to improve performance and efficiency. What You Bring to the Team At least 7 years of Parts Management experience in an automotive parts department or a comparable role. Experience with Reynolds and Reynolds and/or ADP/CDK dealership management systems. Proven leadership skills, including the ability to train, motivate, and develop a team. Strong business acumen with an understanding of inventory management, purchasing, pricing, and departmental profitability. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with employees, customers, and leadership. Strong mathematical and analytical skills, including the ability to calculate commissions, discounts, percentages, and other business figures. A …

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