Parts Advisor

Perfect Placement UK Ltd; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Life assurance

Discounts on services

Training and development

Job summary

Perfect Placement UK Ltd in Gillingham is seeking an experienced Parts Advisor to join a reputable dealership. You will manage parts stock, deliver excellent customer service, and support sales and service teams to ensure smooth operations.

Ideal candidates will have proven experience in a franchised automotive parts role, strong IT skills with parts management systems, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach to prioritise multiple tasks while contributing to team success.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a parts role within a franchised automotive dealership or parts department.
• Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused approach
• Strong IT skills and familiarity with parts and stock management systems
• Ability to work effectively within a team and manage multiple priorities
• Proactive attitude with a meticulous attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage parts stock levels to optimise availability and minimise costs
• Maximise the profitability and efficiency of the parts department
• Collaborate with sales and service teams to provide excellent customer service
• Act as the first point of contact for parts-related queries from customers, colleagues, and manufacturers
• Support accurate stock control and administrative processes to ensure smooth department operations

Skills

Parts stock management

Customer service

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Tools

Parts management software

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Parts Advisor to join a reputable dealership in Gillingham. This is an excellent Parts Advisor opportunity for an experienced motor trade professional to become a key member of a well-established team. The Parts Advisor will be responsible for managing parts stock, delivering exceptional customer service, and supporting the sales and service departments to ensure seamless operations.

• Competitive salary of up to £32,000 per annum as a Parts Advisor
• OTE of approximately £34,000 with commission and bonuses
• 30 days holiday including bank holidays, with additional leave based on long service
• Special discounts on MOTs, services, and parts
• Life assurance from day one
• Full training and ongoing career development support

Duties:

• Maintain and manage parts stock levels to optimise availability and minimise costs
• Maximise the profitability and efficiency of the parts department
• Collaborate with sales and service teams to provide excellent customer service
• Act as the first point of contact for parts-related queries from customers, colleagues, and manufacturers
• Support accurate stock control and administrative processes to ensure smooth department operations

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a parts role within a franchised automotive dealership or parts department
• Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused approach
• Strong IT skills and familiarity with parts and stock management systems
• Ability to work effectively within a team and manage multiple priorities
• Proactive attitude with a meticulous attention to detail

Contact Rhys Woods, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Gillingham and Kent, today to discover more about this fantastic Parts Advisor opportunity.