Parts Centre Manager

Perfect Placement; Lewes; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A network of vehicle parts retailers in Lewes is seeking a Centre Manager to lead their Brighton operation. This role involves overseeing a dynamic team to ensure excellent customer service, meeting sales targets, and maintaining smooth operations. The ideal candidate will have strong management experience in the automotive parts sector and a keen focus on customer service. Benefits include a competitive salary, company car, training, and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Company Car Provided

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Employee purchase discounts

33 days annual holiday

Qualifications

• Strong automotive parts management experience required.
• Experience in a sales environment preferred.
• Exceptional customer service and IT skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Brighton operation.
• Drive the team to meet sales targets.
• Develop Personal Development Plans for team members.
• Ensure compliance with financial and legal guidelines.

Skills

Automotive parts management experience

Exceptional customer service skills

Sales-focused and results-driven

Proficiency in MS Office

Job description

Vehicle Parts Centre Manager Required in Brighton, East Sussex

• Basic Salary : £49,000
• On Target Earnings : Up to £59,000
• Hours : 44 hours per week, Monday to Friday Only
• Company Car Provided

Our client, a well-established network of manufacturer‑affiliated vehicle parts retailers employing over 1,500 staff nationwide, is seeking a Centre Manager to lead their Brighton operation.

As a Centre Manager, you will oversee the operation of a dynamic team, ensuring the delivery of excellent customer service, achieving business objectives, and maintaining smooth day‑to‑day operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive the team to meet and exceed sales and performance targets.
• Create and maintain a customer‑centric culture.
• Devise sales strategies and implement departmental goals.
• Monitor business performance, identify opportunities, and take corrective action when needed.
• Develop and implement Personal Development Plans for team members.
• Ensure compliance with financial, legal, and ethical guidelines, including warranty processes.
• Analyse market data and develop sales opportunities.
• Maintain the security of stock and premises.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong automotive parts management experience.
• Background in a sales environment with vehicle manufacturers or automotive parts retailers (preferred).
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Sales‑focused, results‑driven, and highly motivated.
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in MS Office.

What’s in it for You?

• Basic Salary : Up to £49,000 + OTE of up to £59,000.
• Company Car Provided.
• Training : Full in‑house and manufacturer‑approved training.
• Holidays : 33 days annual holiday (including bank holidays and your birthday off).
• Benefits : Pension scheme, life assurance, and employee purchase discounts.
• Modern Working Conditions : Work within a professional and supportive environment.
• Career Progression : Opportunity to grow within a nationwide network.

If this Parts Centre Manager job interests you and you would like to know more about it or other automotive jobs in Brighton & East Sussex, please contact Martin Bane at Perfect Placement today.

Our team of Automotive Recruitment Consultants all share a passion for finding our jobseekers the best jobs in the Automotive Industry. So if you are looking to improve your career and want to hear about more Motor Trade Jobs in your local area, please get in touch with us today.

From 1 January 2021, non‑British and non‑Irish nationals who do not already hold a UK immigration status will be required to obtain a visa in order to be able to work in the UK. Prior to applying for this role, please ensure that you are permitted to apply.

For further information, please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.