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MICHAEL CHAD HOWARD

Mercedes-Benz of Abilene
Cross Plains,TX
4
years of professional experience

To attain full time employment

Work History

Parts Manager

4 Months
Mercedes-Benz of Abilene | 03.2026 - 07.2026
  • Trained and developed team members on best practices for parts handling and customer service.
  • Oversaw inventory management processes to ensure optimal stock levels and reduce excess.
  • Established strong relationships with suppliers to negotiate favorable terms and conditions.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the Parts Department while managing a team of dedicated employees effectively.
  • Collaborated with service department staff to ensure timely delivery of parts needed for vehicle repairs, minimizing customer wait times.
  • Ordered parts for customers, repair shops, and service departments for use in Automotive equipment.

Parts Specialist

11 Months
Mercedes-Benz of Abilene | 03.2025 - 02.2026
  • Assisted in the development of a customer relationship management system for tracking inquiries and orders.
  • Issued parts to technicians to complete customers' repairs.
  • Served customers in-store and by telephone to answer questions and place orders.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by promptly responding to inquiries, resolving issues, and consistently going above and beyond to exceed expectations.
  • Stocked storage areas with merchandise from new trucks, following bins system accurately to minimize inventory errors.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, allowing for easy access to frequently used items and efficient completion of tasks.
  • Maintained current knowledge of manufacturers' options and parts availability to offer expert support.
  • Tracked parts use and charged items to customer accounts for billing.

Warehouse Supervisor

1 Year 7 Months
Lawrence Farm & Ranch Supply | 05.2023 - 12.2024
  • Supervised daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Coordinated inventory management processes, optimizing stock levels and minimizing waste.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline logistics operations and enhance service delivery.
  • Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
  • Maintained high levels of accuracy in daily operations.
  • Completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy.
  • Oversaw inventory control levels and verified compliance with storage and organization processes.

Parts Delivery Driver/Parts Assistant

1 Year 1 Month
Mercedes-Benz of Lubbock | 04.2022 - 05.2023
  • Trained and developed team members on best practices for parts handling and customer service.
  • Oversaw inventory management processes to ensure optimal stock levels and reduce excess.
  • Established strong relationships with suppliers to negotiate favorable terms and conditions.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the Parts Department while managing a team of dedicated employees effectively.
  • Collaborated with service department staff to ensure timely delivery of parts needed for vehicle repairs, minimizing customer wait times.
  • Ordered parts for customers, repair shops, and service departments for use in Automotive equipment.

Education

High School

Permian High School | Odessa, TX | 05-2012

Graduated

Skills

Ordering parts
Supplier negotiation
Vendor relations
Parts procurement

Timeline

Parts Manager

Mercedes-Benz of Abilene
03.2026 - 07.2026Read More

Parts Specialist

Mercedes-Benz of Abilene
03.2025 - 02.2026Read More

Warehouse Supervisor

Lawrence Farm & Ranch Supply
05.2023 - 12.2024Read More

Parts Delivery Driver/Parts Assistant

Mercedes-Benz of Lubbock
04.2022 - 05.2023Read More

Permian High School

High School
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MICHAEL CHAD HOWARD