Parts Manager

Chassis Cab Ltd; Great Blakenham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run business in Great Blakenham is seeking a talented Parts Manager to manage daily operations at their Ipswich branch. The ideal candidate has senior parts experience in the HGV or automotive industry, is self-motivated and sales-focused, and will oversee inventory management and drive sales growth. Competitive salary and extensive benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary from £40,000

22 days holiday plus bank holidays

Fully funded company vehicle

Life assurance (x2 salary)

Private medical insurance

On-site parking

Cycle-to-work scheme

Company events

Health & wellbeing programme

Fully funded training and career progression

Auto-enrolment pension with contributions

Quarterly PRP bonus scheme

Referral programme

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior parts role preferably in HGV or automotive industry.
• Full clean driving licence.
• Keen interest and knowledge of the motor industry.

Responsibilities

• Support the General Parts Manager in day-to-day operations.
• Manage stock levels, purchasing, and inventory.
• Drive parts sales growth across customer bases.

Skills

Experience in a senior parts role

Self-motivated and proactive

Sales-focused

Attention to detail

Team leadership

Customer service

Knowledge of the motor industry

Tools

Keyloop/CDK systems

Job description

Parts Manager - Chassis Cab

Parts Manager - Chassis Cab is on the lookout for a talented and motivated Parts Manager to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis at our Ipswich, Suffolk branch. The role is office-based with regular interaction on the shop floor and across the business.

Why Chassis Cab:

Chassis Cab is a family-run business and the award-winning DAF Truck franchise for East Anglia. We provide first-class, reliable service for DAF and All Makes HGV parts, supported by an extensive stock of over £3 million. Our "one-stop-shop" approach and commitment to sustainable customer relationships have enabled our parts business to continue growing, and we are looking for a passionate individual to help us continue that success.

Company benefits include:

• Competitive Salary: from £40,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• Holiday: 22 days per year plus bank holidays, rising with length of service.
• Employee extras such as: Fully funded company vehicle, quarterly PRP bonus scheme, points-based incentive programme, life assurance (x2 salary), private medical insurance, on-site parking, cycle-to-work scheme, store discount, company events, health & wellbeing programme, fully funded training and career progression opportunities, auto-enrolment pension with employer contributions up to 5%, and referral programme.

About the role:

As Parts Manager, you'll support the General Parts Manager in the day-to-day operations of the Ipswich branch. You will manage stock, oversee purchasing and inventory, and drive sales growth across retail and workshop customer bases. You'll also be responsible for maintaining strong relationships with employees, customers, and suppliers, ensuring smooth operations and consistently high levels of customer service. Standard hours are Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, with start times to be discussed at interview stage.

Main duties and responsibilities:

• Support the General Parts Manager in day-to-day operations and ensure smooth departmental workflows.
• Manage stock levels, purchasing, and inventory to meet demand and reduce shortages.
• Drive parts sales growth across retail and workshop customer bases.
• Prepare and manage accurate customer quotations and provide expert product advice.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with employees, customers, and suppliers.
• Monitor KPIs, performance, and departmental processes, implementing improvements where needed.
• Deliver consistently high levels of customer service.

About you:

As our Parts Manager, you will bring experience in a senior parts role, preferably within the HGV or automotive industry. You will be self-motivated, proactive, and sales-focused, with meticulous attention to detail. You must be capable of working independently as well as part of a team, with a full clean driving licence. Experience with Keyloop/CDK systems is desirable. You should have a keen interest and knowledge of the motor industry and thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

If you meet the requirements for the Parts Manager role and want to make a difference, please apply with an up-to-date CV. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Additional keywords: Parts Manager, HGV Parts, DAF Trucks, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Sales Growth, Team Leadership, KPI Monitoring, Motor Industry, Stock Control, Keyloop/CDK Systems

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