Parts Lead — Sourcing, Team Leadership & Repair Flow

Solus - an Aviva company; Castleford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunity

Company pension

33 days holiday

Aviva product discounts

Save As You Earn scheme

Parental leave

Group Income Protection

24/7 GP access

Job summary

Solus, an Aviva company, is seeking a Parts Lead who will centralise parts sourcing, oversee goods handling and drive efficient repair workflows. You will collaborate across sites, resolve supply challenges and mentor a small team of Parts Assistants to uphold high standards and dependable parts operations.

The role blends hands-on technical oversight with leadership and problem‑solving, emphasizing relationship building, judgement and teamwork to support safe, timely repairs for customers.

Qualifications

• Ability to lead and coordinate a parts or supply function.
• Strong organisation skills and attention to detail.
• Confidence making practical, commercial decisions that support repair flow.
• Clear communication with technicians, suppliers and site leaders.
• A calm, structured approach to prioritising competing demands.
• A full UK driving licence, with confidence supporting site vehicle movements when required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee parts ordering, sourcing and supplier coordination.
• Manage goods-in, goods-out, returns and organised storage of parts and consumables.
• Monitor parts lead times, availability and trends, sharing clear updates with the wider site.
• Support cost control through accurate ordering and invoice/credit note processing.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
• Identify parts-related delays or inefficiencies and work to resolve them.
• Support and develop Parts Assistants, setting clear expectations and standards.
• Ensure parts processes align with health, safety and company policy.

Skills

Leadership

Organisation

Decision making

Communication

Prioritisation

Driving licence

Job description

Solus, an Aviva company, is seeking a Parts Lead who will centralise parts sourcing, oversee goods handling and drive efficient repair workflows. You will collaborate across sites, resolve supply challenges and mentor a small team of Parts Assistants to uphold high standards and dependable parts operations.

The role blends hands-on technical oversight with leadership and problem‑solving, emphasizing relationship building, judgement and teamwork to support safe, timely repairs for customers.