Automotive Parts Manager

About the role

At Steele Auto Group, work is more than a job. It is a chance to inspire positive impact through every interaction, every vehicle, every journey. Our people are at the heart of it all, because everything we do is driven by you. Your passion. Your purpose. Your potential.

Colonial Honda is seeking an experienced Parts Manager to lead its Parts Department in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

This is an opportunity for an established automotive parts leader who can take ownership of department operations, develop a high-performing team, strengthen supplier relationships, and drive profitability. You will oversee inventory, purchasing, financial performance, and daily processes while ensuring Service, Sales, and customers receive the right parts at the right time.

Compensation: Commensurate with knowledge, skills, experience, and abilities.

Benefits

The Steele Advantage:

• 100% Matched Retirement Savings Plan – Employer matching up to 4% after 3 months and 5% after 5 years.
• Flexible Health & Dental Plans – Choose from six cost-shared plans to suit your needs.
• Mental Health & Wellness Support – 24/7 confidential support for you and your family through EFAP.
• Employee Discounts – Savings on vehicle purchases, parts, and service across our locations.
• Work Boot Reimbursement – Eligible employees can access reimbursement without a waiting period.
• Access to Steele University – Role-specific training, flexible learning, progress tracking, and rewards to support your development.
• Career Growth Opportunities – We invest in our people and promote from within.

Responsibilities

How you will make an impact:

• Lead and Develop the Team: Hire, train, coach, and support Parts Advisors while establishing clear expectations, measurable goals, and a culture of accountability and teamwork.
• Manage Department Operations: Oversee purchasing, inventory levels, stock control, receiving, and invoicing to maintain accuracy, efficiency, and profitability.
• Drive Financial Performance: Set monthly targets, manage budgets, review sales and expense reports, monitor margins, and identify opportunities to improve results.
• Optimize Inventory: Monitor inventory trends, minimize obsolete stock, maintain appropriate parts availability, and coordinate recalls with the Service Department.
• Build Strong Relationships: Develop lasting partnerships with suppliers and customers while identifying opportunities to support dealership growth through promotions and market awareness.
• Support Dealership Performance: Work closely with Service, Sales, and dealership leadership to improve workflow, meet operational needs, and deliver an excellent customer experience.
• Maintain Compliance: Ensure department practices meet applicable regulations, company policies, and operational standards.

Requirements

What drives your success:

• Required: Proven experience managing an automotive dealership Parts Department.
• Strong knowledge of automotive parts inventory systems, purchasing, supply chain management, and dealership operations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop a team.
• Strong financial and analytical skills, including budgeting, sales reporting, expense management, and profitability improvement.
• Excellent communication, organization, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
• Ability to balance customer service, team leadership, and operational priorities.
• Valid driver's license and a clean driver's abstract.