Parts Advisor

Perfect Placement; Southampton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive dealership in Southampton is seeking a Commercial Parts Advisor to join their Service & Parts Department. The ideal candidate will have experience in vehicle dealerships and possess strong sales and customer service skills. This position offers a competitive salary with comprehensive benefits, a supportive working environment, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

50% discounted gym membership

Company pension and life assurance

Mental health support

Rewards programs including vouchers and days out

Qualifications

• Parts or Service experience in a vehicle dealership preferred.
• Strong sales and customer service skills.
• Good organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing parts orders efficiently.
• Identifying customer parts requirements.
• Collaborating with workshop technicians and sourcing parts.

Skills

Sales skills

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Team player

IT literacy

Tools

CDK/Kerridge

Job description

Commercial Parts Advisor Required in Southampton, Hampshire

• Basic Salary: Circa £24,000 + OTE £28,000
• LCV Main Dealer
• Monday – Friday 08:00 – 18:00, 1 in 2 Saturdays 08:00 – 13:00
• Fantastic Benefits & Holiday allocation

Our client, a well-known commercial vehicle dealership with over 20 years of experience, is seeking a Vehicle Parts Advisor to join their Service & Parts Department in Southampton. They are popular with Campervan Customers, Pick-Up Professionals, and Cargo Couriers.

The dealership has a strong community presence in Hampshire, with various business partnerships and sponsorships across sports, arts, and business sectors. They prioritize employee well-being and development, offering a supportive and engaging work environment with activities like company BBQs, baking competitions, and summer treats.

If you have Parts Advisor or Service Advisor experience within Car Dealerships, Motorcycles Dealerships, Commercial Vehicle Dealerships, or similar sectors, please apply or contact us for more information.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive basic salary circa £24,000
• OTE circa £28,000 with bonus structure
• Supportive management
• Full training with technical partners
• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Company pension and life assurance
• 50% discounted gym membership
• Staff discounts on vehicles, parts, and labor
• Mental health support for employees and families
• Rewards programs including vouchers and days out
• Opportunities for career development within a large group

Responsibilities

• Efficiently managing parts orders
• Identifying customer parts requirements
• Maintaining stock control and organization
• Ensuring compliance with policies and industry standards
• Collaborating with workshop technicians and sourcing parts
• Pricing parts and completing electronic health checks

Candidate Requirements

• Parts or Service experience in a vehicle dealership preferred
• Strong sales and customer service skills
• Experience with CDK/Kerridge beneficial but not essential
• IT literacy is essential
• Technical vehicle knowledge is helpful
• Good organizational skills
• Team player with personable approach

If interested, please contact Martin Bane at Perfect Placement UK Ltd for more details about this role or other automotive positions in Southampton, Portsmouth, Eastleigh, and Hampshire.

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