Prestige Brand Parts Manager | 50K OTE

Hawk Hiring; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday (inc. bank holidays)

Birthday off

Pension scheme

Single healthcare cover

High street discounts

Cycle-to-work scheme

Paid volunteering days

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

Hawk Hiring LTD in Maidstone is seeking an experienced Parts Manager / Automotive Parts Specialist to lead our busy parts department. You will oversee stock operations, drive trade and retail parts sales, manage budgets, and mentor a team to achieve profitability and 5-star service.

The role requires a proven track record in automotive parts, strong stock control and budget management, and a full UK driving licence. On-site parking and a collaborative environment are provided.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in automotive parts management or senior specialist role.
• Strong stock control, buying efficiency and budget management skills.
• Experience in trade/retail parts sales and driving departmental gross profit.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the busy parts department in Maidstone and set targets.
• Oversee daily stock operations and stock control.
• Drive trade and retail parts sales and profitability.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing team.
• Manage departmental budgets and service levels.

Skills

Stock control

Buying efficiency

Budget management

Trade/retail parts sales

Leadership

Job description

Pay & Benefits

• Salary: Up to £50,000 OTE per annum
• Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am-6:00pm + Occasional Saturdays
• Company Car: Included as part of your package
• Perks: 33 days holiday (inc. bank holidays) + Birthday off, pension scheme, single healthcare cover, high street discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, and paid volunteering days
• Exclusive Discounts: Significant savings on used car purchases, leasing deals, and aftersales services
• Support: Industry-leading Family Leave policies, long service recognition, and internal referral rewards

About Us

We are an award-winning, premier main dealer group located in the Maidstone area. Renowned for representing luxury automotive brands, state-of-the-art facilities, and a supportive culture, we pride ourselves on exceptional customer care and low staff turnover. We empower our leaders to innovate, drive profitability, and build long-term careers in a dynamic environment.

Role Overview

Seeking an experienced Parts Manager / Automotive Parts Specialist to lead our busy parts department in Maidstone. In this role, you will oversee daily stock operations, drive trade and retail parts sales, manage departmental budgets, and mentor a talented team to deliver maximum profitability and 5-star customer service.

Requirements

• Experience: Proven track record in an Automotive Parts Manager, Assistant Parts Manager, or Senior Parts Specialist role (Main Dealer or OEM experience preferred).
• Skills: Strong stock control skills, buying efficiency, budget management, and trade/retail parts sales experience.
• Leadership: Ability to set targets, motivate team members, and drive departmental gross profit.
• Licence: Full UK Driving Licence.

Location & Commute

• Base: Maidstone Area (Free secure on-site parking)
• Road Links: Strategically situated off the M20, with direct access via the A229 and A249 for fast commutes across Kent.
• Public Transport: Accessible via Maidstone East and Maidstone West mainline stations, plus local bus networks.
• Commutable From: Maidstone, Chatham, Rochester, Aylesford, Tonbridge, and Ashford.