Yard Manager - Ypsilanti in Highland Park, Michigan at Holbrook Auto Parts

YARD MANAGER

Holbrook Auto Parts has been a trusted name in the automotive industry for over 75 years, providing high-quality ASE Certified new and used auto parts. With multiple locations serving the Detroit area, we have built a strong reputation for reliability, exceptional customer service, and an extensive inventory. Whether you're an individual car owner or a professional mechanic, our expert team is dedicated to offering competitive pricing, knowledgeable support, and a commitment to sustainability through recycled auto parts.

Role Description
The Yard Manager oversees daily yard operations, ensuring efficiency, safety, and quality standards. This role manages and coaches team members, maintains inventory and workflow, and coordinates with sales and management to support team performance and deliver excellent customer service.

Responsibilities:
• Plans and directs the day-to-day operations of the yard.
• Oversee all team members at assigned location.
• Communicates goals and tasks to each team member daily.
• Maintains the cleanliness of the yard.
• Coaches, directs, and holds team members accountable by planning and overseeing job results.
• Sets the proper example of what it means to be a Holbrook team member by following guidelines, responding to communication in a timely manner, and meeting goals set by upper management.
• Completes assessments, tasks, and projects within the expected timeframe.
• Communicates company changes and new processes to team members within the given timeframe.
• Reviews and approves timesheets for team members weekly.
• Communicates any team member issues (current & new hires) to upper management, and HR (if necessary).
• Provides updates on new hire growth to upper management for proper evaluation.
• Keeps track of inventory and places orders based on yard needs.
• Ensures parts are being cleaned, inspected, and prepared to Holbrook standard for customers.
• Communicates any part description discrepancy to the sales team and store manager.
• Ensure team members follow workplace safety regulations.
• Ensure team members follow the work uniform guidelines.
• Ensures vehicle locations are always accurate based on where they are in the process.
• Ensures vehicles are being dismantled based on sale needs.
• Manages the return/restock process, ensuring returned parts are credited in the system and returned to proper inventory locations.
• Manages the parts board to ensure team members are assigned to pull parts and that parts are being pulled in a timely manner.
• Oversees the quality control (QC) process to ensure all parts that do not match descriptions are stalled and communicated to the appropriate salesman.
• Ensures trucks are properly loaded with parts to prevent damage during transit.
• Communicates any delivery issues or concerns to management promptly.

Qualifications:
• A bachelor's degree in Business Management, Operations, or equivalent experience.
• Prior automotive salvage/recycling experience.
• 2–5 years in operations, warehouse, or yard management with team leadership responsibility.
• Proven ability to coach, motivate, and hold team members accountable.
• Strong ability to manage schedules, inventory, and workflow efficiently.
• Clear and timely communication with team members, management, and cross-functional partners.
• Basic computer proficiency for timesheets, inventory systems, and reporting.
• Ability to work outdoors in various conditions and perform tasks requiring physical activity.
• Familiarity with workplace safety regulations, quality control practices, and equipment handling.

Work Schedule:
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule which may include an assortment of days, evenings and/or weekends (as needed) to provide quality service to our clients and ability to successfully grow the business.

Benefits:
• Health, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401k
• PTO

Recommended Pay Range:
• $60k to $100k (Base plus Commission)