Kenneth Glaves
Wonder Lake
Summary
Dedicated Parts Manager with over 30 years of experience in inventory and budget management. Skilled in training teams and improving parts ordering procedures, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency and customer satisfaction within the automotive sector.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Parts Manager
Al Piemonte Chevy
Dundee
11.1992 - Current
- Managed inventory levels for parts and accessories to ensure availability.
- Coordinated with suppliers to order and receive necessary automotive components.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory usage and stock replenishment to support supply chain efficiency.
- Maintained inventory accuracy by counting stock-on-hand and reconciling discrepancies.
- Performed scheduled inventory audits to verify accuracy and product availability.
- Oversaw team training on parts management systems and dealership processes.
- Reduced process lags, managing daily parts operations such as fulfilling service requests, generating orders, tracking inventory and maintaining profit margins.
- Collaborated with service department to streamline parts ordering procedures.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure timely deliveries.
- Coordinated delivery schedules for incoming orders.
- Managed employee schedules and daily assignments.
- Developed and implemented parts department policies and procedures that streamlined operations.
- Maintained records of all orders placed, received, and shipped.
- Prepared and managed parts department budget with focus on forecasting and controlling expenses.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Airplane Mechanics
Rock Valley College
Rockford, IL06-1991
Skills
- Inventory management and supply chain coordination
- Parts ordering and budget management
- Material and equipment procurement
- Obsolescence control
- Forklift operation
- Team training and development
- Customer relationship management
- Multitasking
- Customer service
Affiliations
Enjoy boating
Timeline
Parts Manager
Al Piemonte Chevy
11.1992 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Airplane Mechanics
Rock Valley College