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Elton Johnson

Bowie

Summary

Seasoned Parts Manager with background in automotive industry. Demonstrated skill in inventory management, team leadership, and vendor relationships. Noteworthy ability to increase efficiency while reducing costs through strategic sourcing and proactive problem-solving. Significant impact on bottom-line performance in previous roles. For the past five years, operated total inventory of $300,000 with less than 1% variance. Operated with a two man team for over 20 years selling approximately $1.5 annually.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Parts Manager

Kory Hooks Auto
Bowie
03.2023 - Current
  • Manage 2 Person Department
  • Responsible for everything from front counter to back door.
  • Duties include ordering, receiving, inventory control, warranty,returns for everything from counter sales, service, body shop and wholesale.
  • Controlled daily parts program activities to improve sales and inventory management.
  • Monitored stock levels regularly to avoid backorders or shortages.
  • Oversaw inventory management, ensuring optimal stock levels for efficient operations.
  • Ensured accuracy in order processing and invoicing procedures.
  • Resolved customer inquiries related to part availability or quality issues.
  • Prepared and managed the parts department budget, including forecasting and expense control.
  • Developed and maintained positive working relationships with vendors.
  • Maintained high service delivery quality and efficiency by monitoring service writer and technician performance.
  • Maintained inventory accuracy by counting stock-on-hand and reconciling discrepancies.

Inventory Specialist

Roy Benner
Granbury
01.2005 - Current
  • Conducted periodic inventories and physical counts of product supplies.
  • Performed scheduled inventory counts and supply audits.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvement within the organization.
  • Investigated discrepancies between physical count and computer records.
  • Participated in physical inventory counts to keep information accurate and current.
  • Identified obsolete or slow moving items for disposal or sale at discounted prices.
  • Entered information into system to update status reports.
  • Developed and implemented inventory control procedures and policies.

Parts Manager

Patterson of Bowie
Bowie
03.2012 - 03.2023

Same responsibilities as current employer. Ownership changed in March 2023.

Parts Manager

Larry Slack Auto
Bowie
09.1994 - 03.2012

Same responsibilities as current employer. Ownership changed March 2012.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Marketing

University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
05-1991

Skills

  • Inventory management
  • Order processing
  • Customer service
  • Budget management
  • Vendor relations
  • Parts ordering

Timeline

Parts Manager

Kory Hooks Auto
03.2023 - Current

Parts Manager

Patterson of Bowie
03.2012 - 03.2023

Inventory Specialist

Roy Benner
01.2005 - Current

Parts Manager

Larry Slack Auto
09.1994 - 03.2012

Bachelor of Arts - Marketing

University of Kentucky
Elton Johnson