Trade Parts Specialists

Group 1 Automotive; Coventry; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive retailer in Coventry is looking for a Trade Parts Specialist. You will manage trade inquiries, process orders, and deliver exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate should have a strong sales background and organizational skills, alongside a valid UK driving licence. This role includes comprehensive benefits and opportunities for advancement.

Benefits

33 days of annual leave

Employee discounts on vehicles

Company pension scheme

Flexible working options

Healthcare access 24/7

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a sales or customer service role.
• Ability to deliver first-class customer service.
• Strong organizational skills to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Handle Trade Enquiries and respond to requests.
• Process Orders & Apply Discounts accurately.
• Coordinate Fulfilment & Dispatch with teams.
• Drive Sales & Upsell Opportunities effectively.

Skills

Customer service

Sales experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Valid UK driving licence

Job description

Trade Parts Specialists–Mercedes‑Benz Coventry

£37,827 OTE

Want to be the best you can be? It's what drives us too.

Working in our parts department as a Parts Advisor you will be a key part of the Retail Centre. You will have excellent communication and organisational skills to deal with customers face to face or over the phone, providing an outstanding customer service to all customers.

As part of a successful, global automotive group, you’ll broaden your experience across both sites and brands. And with the right support from us, you’ll be able to progress as high as you can aim.

What we can offer you

• Enjoy 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) to rest and recharge
• Save money every day with our exclusive retail discounts
• Drive a great deal with discounts on new and used cars, plus servicing offers
• Plan for the years ahead with our company pension scheme
• Balance home and work with our industry-leading family-friendly policies designed to help you spend more time with the people that matter
• Commute for less with our cycle-to-work scheme
• Prioritise your wellbeing with dedicated support for you and your family
• 24/7 access to healthcare professionals, ensuring you get the expert advice you need quickly and easily
• Make a difference with a paid day to volunteer in your community
• Invest in your future with our company share purchase plan
• Earn financial rewards when you refer a friend to join the team
• Keep learning and growing with our training and development opportunities for everyone.
• Life assurance with the option to increase cover
• We’re open to flexible working options – just ask

What you’ll do day to day

• Handle Trade Enquiries – Respond to inbound requests via phone, email, and platforms like WebParts, accurately identifying and quoting parts.
• Process Orders & Apply Discounts – Raise orders, quotes, and invoices in the DMS, applying relevant trade discounts and upselling related parts.
• Support Account Setup & Maintenance – Assist in onboarding new trade accounts and maintain accurate customer details, pricing, and delivery preferences.
• Follow Up & Reactivate Accounts – Conduct outbound calls to follow up on quotes, re‑engage lapsed accounts, and promote current campaigns.
• Coordinate Fulfilment & Dispatch – Liaise with warehouse and delivery teams to ensure timely dispatch and communicate delivery updates to customers.
• Monitor Credit & Resolve Queries – Work with credit control to flag overdue accounts and resolve invoice issues (without handling collections).
• Drive Sales & Upsell Opportunities – Identify associated parts and consumables to support first‑time fixes and increase average order value.
• Track KPIs & Customer Satisfaction – Monitor performance metrics like sales volume, order accuracy, and customer feedback to support continuous improvement.

Helpful skills and qualifications

Don’t worry about ticking off every single skill here −  if you care about delivering great experiences as much as we do, we want to hear from you.

• Previous experience in a sales or customer service role, demonstrating the ability to achieve targets and build relationships
• Ability to deliver first‑class customer service with energy and enthusiasm
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines, with excellent attention to detail
• Exceptional listening and communication skills, focused on understanding customer needs
• Must hold a valid UK driving licence

We value diversity and believe it strengthens our team. If you don’t meet every requirement listed but are enthusiastic about this role and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply.

Be part of something big

Group 1 Automotive is on an exciting growth journey. We are home to over 7000 colleagues dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, with 114 dealerships in the UK, representing 21 brands at the forefront of automotive retail.

But you don’t need to love cars to work with us

just need to share our mission to create outstanding and trusted experiences for our customers, our partners, and our people.

Our Values

At Group 1 Automotive we pride ourselves on our five core values that are incorporated in all we that do.

Respect - Integrity - Transparency - Teamwork – Professionalism

These are the principles that every member of our team lives by, whether that be business functions, customer interactions, how we interact with the local community and even how we view each other in the team.