How to Become a Parts Director

Step 1: Understand the job description and responsibilities of a Parts Director

What does a Parts Director do?

A Parts Director oversees all parts operations including accounting, parts systems, processes and procedures. Improves parts operations to facilitate growth and successfully achieve the company's long-term strategic goals. Being a Parts Director designs policies and procedures for inspection, handling, and processing of parts to be exchanged. Ensures materials and parts are available in accordance with production schedules and commitments. Additionally, Parts Director reviews the parts inventory database and evaluates strategies to optimize inventory. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to senior management. The Parts Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Parts Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function.

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01/24/2020: Twin Falls, ID

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01/21/2020: Stockton, CA

As the Fixed Operations Director you will oversee the efficiency and profitability of the Service & Parts departments.

01/19/2020: Lebanon, PA

As with all positions within dealerships, fixed operations directors are expected to uphold the highest ethical standards.

12/28/2019: Santa Maria, CA

Job Duties The duties of the fixed operations director include.

02/18/2020: Spokane, WA
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Step 2: Learn best tips to become a Parts Director

Best tips for those who want to become a Parts Director

Here are some tips to become a Parts Director.

People's Opinions on best tips

Invest in your parts department.

12/06/2019: Springfield, MO

Enlist Forum Help For Faraway Parts.

12/06/2019: Miami, FL

Launch an Online Sales Channel for Parts and Accessories.

12/31/2019: San Diego, CA

Check Breeze Parts Director on the right.

12/22/2019: New Brunswick, NJ
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Step 3: View best colleges and universities for Parts Director

Best colleges and universities for Parts Director

  • Butler University
  • Taylor University
  • California State University--Maritime Academy
  • William Jessup University
  • Fairfield University
  • United States Merchant Marine Academy

Step 4: Think about whether is it worth to be a Parts Director

Is being a Parts Director Worth it?

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As a Gucci Store Director, you will lead and support all activities to achieve store business objectives, demonstrating an unsurpassed service culture.

02/15/2020: Fort Myers, FL

You are eager and enthusiastic to dive quickly and deeply into electronic parts and electronic design workflows - you may have experience with, or are drawn to,….

12/12/2019: Portland, OR

The Director, Foundations & Grants is responsible for supporting Met Council’s efforts to maintain, diversify and pursue funding resources.

12/24/2019: Monterey, CA

3+ years of automotive dealership experience (sales associate/representative, service advisor, parts counter, controller, marketing associate).

01/20/2020: Lebanon, PA

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01/03/2020: Newark, NJ
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Step 5: Prepare relevant skills for being a Parts Director

What skills do you need to be a Parts Director?

A manager is often judged based on the success of their team and those working below them, as such, many skills are needed.  Success in this role depends on a critical ability in the following: Inventory Management.  Skills may vary from job-to-job, but these skills are the ones most commonly associated with this role.

People's Opinions on Parts Director skills

You have at least two years’ experience as a Parts Manager at an automobile dealership or wholesale parts department.

02/04/2020: Salisbury, NC

We are looking for an experienced Parts and Service Director for a growing store in San Antonio.

01/04/2020: Kennewick, WA

The Kelberman Center seeks an Executive Director who is a visionary leader and expert in the field of autism and developmental disabilities to oversee services….

01/08/2020: Bloomington, IN

3 Years Chevrolet Service Director Experience REQUIRED.

12/19/2019: Tuscaloosa, AL

McGee Toyota of Dudley is growing and has an immediate opening for a MOTIVATED experienced parts manager.

02/17/2020: Modesto, CA
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Step 6: View average salary for Parts Director

How much does a Parts Director make?

The average salary range for a Parts Director is from $123,113 to $176,196. The salary will change depending on your location, job level, experience, education, and skills.

Salary range for a Parts Director
$123,113 to $176,196

Step 7: Find relevant Parts Director jobs, and apply.

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Step 8: Explore Career Path of Parts Director