Parts Manager

Consult2Recruit; Leyland; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Consult2Recruit is recruiting a Parts Manager in Leyland to oversee procurement, stock control and parts distribution for vehicle builds, refurbishments and maintenance. You will manage supplier relationships, negotiate terms and ensure accurate inventory records.

The role requires proven experience in parts procurement and inventory management, strong organisational skills and attention to detail in a busy operational environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a parts environment (automotive, commercial vehicle, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of procurement, stock control and inventory management.
• Excellent organisational skills and a methodical approach.
• Keen eye for detail in inventory and documentation.
• Good communication and supplier relationship management skills.
• Proactive in identifying and improving processes.

Responsibilities

• Source, order, receive and maintain stock levels of parts and materials.
• Manage parts requirements for vehicle builds, refurbishments, maintenance and repairs.
• Oversee shipping and receiving operations with accurate documentation.
• Issue parts to jobs accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure stock control.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and supply chains.
• Track and process warranty claims and supplier returns.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships and negotiate pricing/terms.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure records are up to date in the system.
• Ensure parts management software records are accurate and current.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure parts availability aligning with operations.

Skills

Parts procurement

Stock control

Inventory management

Supplier relationships

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Process improvement

Communication

Tools

Parts management software

Job description

Parts Manager

Salary: £33,000 - £35,000 per annum

Job Type: Full-time

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and highly organised Parts Manager to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a strong background in parts management, stock control and supplier relationships to take responsibility for the efficient procurement, storage and distribution of parts and materials.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the timely availability of parts to support vehicle builds, refurbishments, maintenance and repair operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, order, receive and maintain stock levels of parts and materials.
• Manage parts requirements for vehicle builds, refurbishments, maintenance and repairs.
• Oversee shipping and receiving operations, ensuring accurate documentation and timely processing.
• Issue parts to jobs accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure effective stock control.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, materials handling and supply chain workflows.
• Track and process warranty claims and supplier returns.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing and terms where appropriate and monitor supplier performance.
• Maintain the parts management software, ensuring records and information are kept accurate and up to date.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure parts are available when required and operational requirements are met.

About You

• Proven experience working within a parts environment, ideally in an automotive, commercial vehicle, engineering or similar setting.
• Strong knowledge of parts procurement, stock control and inventory management.
• Excellent organisational skills and a methodical approach to work.
• A keen eye for detail, particularly when dealing with inventory and documentation.
• Good communication and supplier relationship management skills.
• The ability to prioritise workloads and work effectively in a busy operational environment.
• Experience using parts or inventory management software.
• A proactive approach to identifying and improving processes.

What's on Offer

• £33,000 - £35,000 per annum
• Full-time position
• Opportunity to join an established and busy operation
• A varied role with responsibility across procurement, stock control and parts management
• The opportunity to make a real impact on operational efficiency