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Ricky Fulton

Smithton, Il,IL

Summary

Thirty eight years in The Automotive Industry at David Taylor Belleville CDJR, and in January 2021 there was a Dealer buy out of Oliver C. Joseph Inc. Proven Parts Manager with a track record of enhancing inventory control and customer satisfaction, Leveraged inventory management and positive leadership to streamline operations, achieving a significant reduction in order processing times. Expert in fostering interdepartmental collaboration and implementing quality control measures, significantly improving efficiency and product quality.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Parts Manager

David Taylor Belleville CDJR
01.2021 - 08.2024
  • CDK (Dealer Business System)
  • Star Parts(Mopar Parts Catalog)
  • Managed approximately 30 calls and emails daily.
  • Conducted regular audits on inventory levels, ensuring accuracy and preventing discrepancies between physical counts and system records.
  • Provided excellent customer service by assisting customers with locating specific parts or guiding them through the ordering process.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Streamlined the ordering process for faster and more accurate deliveries, resulting in higher customer
  • Implemented quality control measures for incoming parts to reduce return rates and improve overall product quality.
  • Analyzed sales trends to follow demands of customers and in-shop needs.
  • Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
  • Established effective communication channels with other departments to streamline processes and improve interdepartmental collaboration.
  • Mitigated financial discrepancies by managing inventory, damaged goods and backorders.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends, optimizing inventory levels accordingly and minimizing stockouts or overstock situations.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry trends and advancements in technology to continuously improve operations within the department.
  • Developed and implemented new procedures for improving inventory control and reducing time required locating parts by modifying part numbers and locations.
  • Achieved significant reduction in order processing times by reorganizing parts warehouse for optimal efficiency.
  • Coordinated with service department to ensure seamless availability of parts, improving overall service turnaround times.
  • Ordered parts for customers, repair shops and service department.

Parts Manager

Oliver C Joseph Inc CDJR
05.1986 - 01.2021

Reynolds & Reynolds Experience (Dealer Business System)

Auto Soft Experience (Dealer Business System)

Star Parts (Mopar Parts Catalog)

  • Provided excellent customer service by assisting customers with locating specific parts or guiding them through the ordering process.
  • Managed approximately 30 calls daily and emails daily
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Streamlined the ordering process for faster and more accurate deliveries, resulting in higher customer satisfaction.
  • Ordered parts for customers, repair shops, and service departments.
  • Developed and implemented new procedures for improving inventory control and reducing time required locating parts by modifying part numbers and locations.
  • Improved supplier relationships by negotiating better terms, leading to cost savings and more reliable part availability.
  • Streamlined inventory management processes, significantly reducing part shortages and enhancing service efficiency.
  • Coordinated with service department to ensure seamless availability of parts, improving overall service turnaround times.
  • Achieved significant reduction in order processing times by reorganizing parts warehouse for optimal efficiency.
  • Established effective communication channels with other departments to streamline processes and improve interdepartmental collaboration.
  • Mitigated financial discrepancies by managing inventory, damaged goods and backorders.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends, optimizing inventory levels accordingly and minimizing stockouts or overstock situations.
  • Conducted regular audits on inventory levels, ensuring accuracy and preventing discrepancies between physical counts and system records.
  • Implemented quality control measures for incoming parts to reduce return rates and improve overall product quality.
  • Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry trends and advancements in technology to continuously improve operations within the department.

Education

High School Diploma -

Belleville Township High School West
Belleville Il
05.1984

Skills

  • Inventory Management
  • Returns processing
  • Inventory Restocking
  • Hardworking and Reliable
  • Management
  • Energetic and Positive

Timeline

Parts Manager

David Taylor Belleville CDJR
01.2021 - 08.2024

Parts Manager

Oliver C Joseph Inc CDJR
05.1986 - 01.2021

High School Diploma -

Belleville Township High School West
Ricky Fulton