Jose F. Gonzalez

Parts Department Manager @CURATED

Miami, FL, US

Responsible for the strategic sourcing, inventory management, and organization of automotive parts, ensuring the timely availability of rare and hard-to-find items to support seamless shop operations. • Utilize global networks, online marketplaces, and industry contacts to source rare and vintage automotive parts.• Research and evaluate new suppliers and reproduction techniques to expand the availability of parts.• Employ a proactive approach to sourcing, including calling, emailing, and maintaining follow-ups with suppliers and partners.• Oversee the organization and stocking of parts inventory to ensure all shop operations run smoothly and without delays while performing inventory audits to assess stock levels and reordering needs.• Develop and maintain an inventory system to track parts availability and minimize shortages within the company dealer management system (DMS).• When necessary, lead the initiative and collaborate with engineering to produce new parts through reproduction methods, ensuring quality and authenticity for hard-to-find parts of vintage vehicles.• Work closely with shop managers, technicians, and other departments to anticipate and fulfill parts needs efficiently and provide updates on sourcing progress and delivery timelines to stakeholders.

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Science - BS, Business Administration and Management, General

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Science in Business , Digital Marketing Certificate