Parts Manager

Irizar UK; Blyth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading parts distribution company in Blyth is seeking an experienced Parts Manager. The successful candidate will manage day-to-day operations, maintain stock levels, and lead a team. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience in a similar role and a strong knowledge of automotive parts. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in a new chapter for the company in the UK. Salary is aligned with candidate experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years experience in a Vehicle Parts Manager or Senior Parts Advisor role.
• Strong knowledge of automotive parts; bus and coach experience is desirable.
• Ability to inspire and manage a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the parts department.
• Maintain optimal stock levels and coordinate timely ordering of parts.
• Lead and develop the parts team, ensuring high levels of accuracy and customer service.

Skills

Vehicle Parts Management

Customer service excellence

Leadership capabilities

Communication and negotiation

Parts management systems

Job description

Overview

A unique opportunity to help us set up a new Parts business, then assume full managerial responsibility for it.

In 2026, a key element of our growth transition is to bring UK Parts distribution in-house. We therefore need an experienced Parts manager, ready to “roll their sleeves up” during the set-up phase, and then capable of driving sales, delivering growth, and focusing on customer service.

This new role gives the successful candidate scope to “make it their own”. The day-to-day content will include:

• Manage day-to-day operations of the parts department
• Maintain optimal stock levels and coordinate timely ordering of parts
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers
• Lead and develop the parts team, ensuring high levels of accuracy and customer service
• Monitor performance and implement strategies as required to improve profitability and efficiency
• Collaborate with internal partners, both the UK and Spanish parent business

What we are looking for

• Proven experience and capability in a Vehicle Parts Manager or Senior Parts Advisor role (minimum 3-5 years)
• Strong knowledge of automotive parts (bus & coach experience highly desirable)
• A natural leader with the ability to inspire and manage a team
• Committed to maintaining excellence in service, accuracy, and performance
• Customer-focused with strong communication and negotiation skills
• Confident using parts management systems and Microsoft Office
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growing business

Location

Based at our brand new UK head office in Blyth (S81 8FH).

Compensation

Salary aligned to candidates experience. Please indicate expectation.

How to apply

A unique opportunity for someone to make a real impact, and position themselves at the centre of a new chapter for Irizar in the UK. Application via CV with a covering letter to tell us why you’re the right person for this role to [e-mail]