Parts Advisor

Perfect Placement; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Training & development

Overtime pay

Holiday entitlement

Staff discounts

Career progression

Job summary

We are seeking a dedicated Vehicle Parts Advisor/Driver for a reputable multi-franchise dealership in Newport. This role combines parts advisory duties with driving responsibilities to ensure smooth parts supply to workshop and customers.

Benefits include a starting salary of £26,500 with uncapped bonus potential (£29,000–£30,000 achievable), funded training, overtime pay, 22 days + 8 bank holidays, staff discounts, and clear career progression. Working hours are Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:30pm.

Qualifications

• Recent or current experience within the automotive industry, ideally in parts or aftersales roles.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pick vehicle parts to meet workshop requirements.
• Deliver parts to customer locations using the company vehicle.
• Manage parts stock control, inventory audits, and ordering.
• Provide excellent customer service for trade and retail enquiries.
• Assist workshop staff with parts supply and admin tasks via electronic catalogues and dealer management systems (Pinnacle).
• Ensure efficient out-in van deliveries and stock management within the dealership.

Skills

Customer service

Sales

Driving

Tools

Pinnacle

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated Vehicle Parts Advisor/Driver on behalf of a reputable multi-franchise approved car dealership in Newport. This unique opportunity combines vehicle parts advisory responsibilities with driving duties, offering a varied and engaging role within a busy Parts Department. The Vehicle Parts Advisor/Driver will report directly to the Parts Manager and collaborate closely with a team of three other parts staff, ensuring smooth operation of parts supply to the workshop and customers.

Benefits:

• Starting salary of £26,500 per annum, with the potential to earn £29,000 to £30,000 annually through an uncapped bonus scheme.
• Fully funded training programmes and continuous professional development.
• Overtime paid at time and a half.
• 22 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays.
• Staff purchase discounts, healthcare benefits, and clear career progression routes.
• Hours of work are Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:30pm, with no weekend work required.

Duties of a Parts Advisor:

• Accurately identify and pick vehicle parts to meet workshop requirements.
• Promptly deliver parts to customer locations using the company vehicle.
• Manage parts stock control, inventory audits, and ordering.
• Provide excellent customer service, dealing with trade and retail enquiries.
• Assist workshop staff with parts supply and perform administrative tasks through electronic catalogues and dealer management systems (notably Pinnacle).
• Ensure efficient out-in van deliveries and stock management within the dealership.

Requirements of a Parts Advisor:

• Recent or current experience within the automotive industry, ideally in parts or aftersales roles.
• Knowledge of vehicle systems or parts is advantageous but not essential.
• Proficient IT skills, including working with electronic parts catalogues and dealer management systems.
• Clean UK driving licence with minimal points.
• Strong customer service and sales skills, with a friendly and professional manner.
• Ability to work independently during deliveries and as part of a team within the parts department.

This is an excellent chance for a motivated individual to develop their career in motor trade parts operations. The Vehicle Parts Advisor/Driver role offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, ongoing training, and career development opportunities within a respected dealership.