"I bet this dealer wouldn't have $90k tied up in idle used car inventory...this is such a good article. It really shows that DPs should consider grooming GMs thru fixed operations.
Also, I think the entire traditional management structure…"
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Parts Manager
Started Dec 6, 2011 0 Replies 0 Promotions
Hello all: I am looking for a Parts Manager for our Chrysler, Jeep Dodge store that has a strong inventory knowledge. Reynolds & Reynolds DMS. Preferably with ADMI training. Please email…Continue
How much do you really know about Idle Capital in your Parts Department?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Anthony Gauntner Mar 8. 2 Replies 3 Promotions
So many Dealer Principles know they have tied up capital in their Parts Departments but what to do about it?Your Parts inventory is just like your Used car inventory. You want it to turn quickly. …Continue
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Naomi R. Heckler posted a discussionParts Manager
Hello all: I am looking for a Parts Manager for our Chrysler, Jeep Dodge store that has a strong inventory knowledge. Reynolds & Reynolds DMS. Preferably with ADMI training. Please email to naomi@carmanautogroup.com This is in DelawareSee More
Tod Collins replied to Naomi R. Heckler's discussion How much do you really know about Idle Capital in your Parts Department?"I agree with many of your statements. Idle capital has been and probably will be the most challenging part of a parts manager's job, although it is very controllable. Manufacturers are providing less and less outlets to remove these parts from…"
Leonard Buchholz promoted Naomi R. Heckler's discussion How much do you really know about Idle Capital in your Parts Department?Naomi R. Heckler replied to NANCY SIMMONS's discussion Women in the Auto Industry: How did you get your start in the car business?"I was 19 and working in a Photography Studio. I saw an ad that said Make $30,000 selling cars. This was in 1982, and not many women were in the car business that I knew of. I pulled into the lot and my engine caught on fire…"
Naomi R. Heckler promoted Naomi R. Heckler's discussion How much do you really know about Idle Capital in your Parts Department?Naomi R. Heckler posted a discussionHow much do you really know about Idle Capital in your Parts Department?
So many Dealer Principles know they have tied up capital in their Parts Departments but what to do about it?Your Parts inventory is just like your Used car inventory. You want it to turn quickly. Most Parts Managers started as a counter person, unless properly trained on controlling inventory they can break the bank. Dealers spend a lot of money on training in sales and service but never think about the parts department. A great parts manager is like an accountant. Crunching numbers on a…See More
Naomi R. Heckler left a comment for James A. Ziegler"Hi Jim,
I am so happy to see you here. What do you think about Ford's new program Dealer Parts Advantage. They are being very tight lipped about it so I do not have all the information, but I can say it is a Win Win for Ford but Not for the…"
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- Carman Auto Group
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- Fixed Operations Controller / Parts Manager
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- http://www.carmanautogroup.com
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- I have worked at the same company for 29 years in several positions. Mainly Parts Manager and Fixed Ops. I am an inventory fanatic, and love to find ways to lower expenses and raise gross.
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