Senior Parts & Service Manager Boat Dealership

Job Summary We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Parts Manager to lead our parts department at an MRAA Top 100, 5-Star Certified Boat Dealership . The ideal candidate will oversee inventory management, coordinate efficient parts ordering, and build strong relationships with vendors and suppliers. This role is essential to ensuring smooth department operations, optimizing inventory levels, and delivering outstanding customer service. The successful candidate will bring strong organizational and communication skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a commitment to operational excellence. Responsibilities Inventory Management: Oversee parts inventory to maintain appropriate stock levels, minimize shortages, and meet customer and service department demands. Order Management: Utilize the dealership’s order management system to monitor inventory, track orders and shipments, and ensure accurate, timely fulfillment. Vendor Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to negotiate competitive pricing, secure discounts, establish parts programs, and ensure reliable deliveries. Purchasing & Procurement: Manage all aspects of parts procurement, including purchasing, receiving, delivery scheduling, and maintaining accurate records within the parts management system. Service Department Support: Coordinate with the service department to ensure parts are properly organized, stored, and readily available to support just-in-time needs for service technicians. Customer Service: Provide exceptional customer service by identifying customers’ parts needs, recommending appropriate solutions, and ensuring accurate parts selection and purchasing. Team Collaboration: Work closely with dealership departments to support daily operations, improve workflow efficiency, and enhance the overall customer experience. Sales Analysis & Forecasting: Monitor sales activity, identify purchasing trends, and forecast parts demand to maintain optimal inventory levels and support department profitability. Experience revious experience as a Parts Manager or in a similar role within a marine, automotive, equipment dealership, or distribution environment is preferred. Strong knowledge of supply chain operations, purchasing, procurement, and inventory management practices. Familiarity with warehouse operations, parts organization, inventory control, and efficient stock management procedures. Excellent customer service and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with customers, vendors, and suppliers. Experience with parts ordering and inventory management systems, including YMBS, SuzukiConnect, MercNet, InHonda, or similar dealership software, is highly desirable. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. A team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments while demonstrating initiative, accountability, and self-motivation. Ready to take the next step in your career? Join our team and play a key role in keeping our dealership running smoothly while delivering an exceptional customer experience. Whether you bring years of parts management experience or have a strong background in inventory, purchasing, or dealership operations, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team that values your skills, initiative, and contributions! Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $45,000.00 per year Benefits: Employee discount Flexible schedule Life insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Professional development assistance Profit sharing Tuition reimbursement Ability to Commute: Newberry, SC 29108 (Preferred) Ability to Relocate: Newberry, SC 29108: Relocate before starting work (Preferred) Work Location: In person

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