Parts Controller

Motofix Group; Yeovil; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days leave

Training & development

Life insurance

Uniform & PPE

Long service rewards

Job summary

Motofix Group is seeking a skilled Parts Controller to join our team in Yeovil. You will procure, manage and distribute vehicle parts, paint and consumables to keep workshops running smoothly and cost efficiently.

You will identify OE/Non-OE/Green parts, maintain inventory, and collaborate with workshop, reception and accounts teams to ensure timely parts order and delivery. Commitment to accuracy and service is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience identifying OE, Non-OE and Green parts from suitable suppliers.
• Competence using automotive parts systems and stock management software.
• Strong accuracy, efficiency and customer service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Identify and order parts for cost-effective solutions.
• Maintain stock levels and allocate parts to jobs.
• Check incoming parts and organise bin locations.
• Distribute parts to workshop teams to minimise delays.
• Maintain accurate stock records in the stock system.
• Collaborate with parts, reception and workshop teams on order/delivery processes.
• Handle parts-related queries and liaise with accounts on discrepancies.
• Prepare final pricing for costing by Vehicle Damage Assessors (VDA).
• Keep the workspace clean, safe and organised.

Skills

Parts ordering

Stock management

Inventory control

Team collaboration

Tools

Parts systems

Job description

Motofix is a leading vehicle body repair provider with nine state-of-the-art centres across the Home Counties, South, and South West of England. We aim to set the benchmark for customer experience and quality in automotive body repair, guided by teamwork, ownership, respect, and eco-integrity.

What we offer

• Excellent salary
• Stated remuneration includes Saturday rota shifts (1:3)
• 30 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Free Training and Development
• Employee long service rewards
• Free uniform (and PPE)
• Life insurance

About the Role

As a Parts Controller, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficiency and profitability of the repair process. Working as part of an experienced team, you will be responsible for the procurement, management, and distribution of vehicle parts, paint, and materials, ensuring seamless workflow and maximum productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and order parts ensuring most cost effective solution (dealers OE, trade outlets OES, and salvage Green)
• Ensure all parts and materials are correctly allocated and costed for each job.
• Manage and maintain optimum stock levels for vehicle parts, paint, and consumables.
• Check incoming parts, allocate them to numbered bin locations, and maintain an organised storage system.
• Distribute parts efficiently to the workshop team, ensuring minimal delays.
• Maintain accurate stock records using the company’s computerised stock system.
• Work closely with parts, reception and workshop teams to ensure timely parts order/delivery operational processes.
• Professionally handle parts-related queries, providing prompt and accurate responses.
• Administer returns and liaise with accounts teams regarding discrepancies or exceptional items.
• Undertake final pricing (FP) in preparation for final-costing (FC) by Vehicle Damage Assessors (VDA)
• Maintain clean, safe, and organised workspace in line with company policies.

This role is integral to ensuring parts availability, workshop efficiency, and cost control, directly contributing to the customer experience and business profitability.

About You

You are a highly experienced Parts Advisor or Parts Controller with a commercial mindset and a passion for delivering high standards of accuracy, efficiency, and customer service. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and take pride in ensuring that every part is in the right place at the right time. You are committed to continuous learning and improvement, always seeking ways to enhance operational performance.

What We Look For

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, with minimal supervision.
• Experience in identifying OE, Non-OE, and Green parts from the most suitable suppliers.
• Competence in using automotive parts systems and stock management software.
• Ability to accurately identify and manage automotive parts and consumables.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, and maintain stock accuracy.
• Proactive approach to handling parts shortages, supplier issues, and workflow challenges.
• Openness to developing skills and supporting the wider admin team as needed.

Interested?

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Salary: Up to £36,500 per annum (Inc Saturday Rota Working)
Contracted Hours: 45 hours per week
Attended Hours: Monday-Friday, 07:30-17:00

Up to £36,500 per annum (inc Saturday Working)