Parts Manager - FTC

Adam Curtis Specialist Automotive Recruitment Consultancy Ltd; Three Bridges; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Adam Curtis Specialist Automotive Recruitment Consultancy Ltd is assisting a reputable main dealership in West Sussex to recruit a Parts Manager on a fixed-term contract. You will lead the Parts Department, ensuring efficient stock control and high service levels across workshop and retail channels.

The role requires a provenParts Manager with strong leadership, a focus on profitability, and excellent organisational skills.

Qualifications

• Previous Parts Manager experience is essential.
• Strong experience managing a Parts Department and leading a team.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Experience with parts ordering, stock control and department processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operation of the Parts Department.
• Lead, motivate and develop the Parts team to achieve targets.
• Oversee parts ordering, stock control and distribution.
• Ensure parts are supplied efficiently to workshop and retail customers.
• Monitor departmental performance, profitability and productivity.
• Maintain stock management and minimise obsolete stock.
• Ensure accurate processing of orders and invoices.
• Collaborate with Aftersales and Workshop teams for smooth operations.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers and internal departments.
• Ensure processes and procedures are followed and customer satisfaction remains high.

Skills

Parts Manager experience

Leadership

Stock control

Department profitability

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Parts Manager - FTC

£44, 880 Basic Salary | £56k OTE

West Sussex

Permanent | Full Time

45 Hours Per Week | Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 6:00pm
No Saturday Working Required, except occasional cover if required

Our client, a successful main dealership in Lincoln, is looking for an experienced Parts Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day operation and performance of their busy Parts Department.

This is an excellent opportunity for an established Parts Manager who is looking to join a professional dealership environment with strong earning potential and a well-established team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the Parts Department, ensuring the department operates efficiently while delivering excellent levels of service and maximising departmental performance.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operation of the Parts Department.
• Lead, motivate and develop the Parts team to achieve departmental targets.
• Oversee parts ordering, stock control and distribution.
• Ensure parts are supplied efficiently to the workshop and retail customers.
• Monitor departmental performance, profitability and productivity.
• Maintain effective stock management and minimise obsolete or excess stock.
• Ensure accurate processing of parts orders and invoices.
• Work closely with the Aftersales and Workshop teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain excellent relationships with suppliers and internal departments.
• Ensure all departmental processes and procedures are followed.
• Monitor customer satisfaction and ensure a consistently high level of service.
• Support and develop the existing Parts Supervisor and wider team.

Your Background & Skills

• Previous Parts Manager experience is essential.
• Strong experience managing and developing a Parts Department.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Strong understanding of parts ordering, stock control and departmental processes.
• Commercially aware with a strong focus on profitability and performance.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Able to work effectively in a busy dealership environment.
• Prestige vehicle experience would be advantageous.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

What's on Offer?

• £44,800Basic Salary
• £56kOTE at 100% performance
• 45-hour working week.
• Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 6:00pm.
• No standard Saturday working, with occasional cover only when required.
• Established Parts Department
• Opportunity to take a leading role within a successful main dealership.

If you're an experienced Parts Manager looking for a new challenge with a strong basic salary and significant bonus potential, we'd love to hear from you.