Parts Manager

National Vehicle Distribution; Dublin; On-site; EUR 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Leave Purchase Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Pension

Discounted Gym Membership

Death In Service Benefit

Digital GP Service

Job summary

National Vehicle Distribution in Ireland seeks a Parts Manager to lead the Parts/Stores team and ensure stock accuracy for workshop needs.

You will manage suppliers, monitor KPIs, and drive cost efficiency while maintaining traceability and quality, reporting to Operations and Accounts.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Parts Manager within a main motor dealership is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of automotive parts operations, stock control and replenishment.
• Proven experience leading and developing a Parts team.
• Strong supplier management and commercial negotiation skills.
• Experience managing KPIs, stock accuracy and departmental performance.
• Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Confident working with dealer management, parts and inventory systems.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and take full ownership of the department.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and develop the Parts / Stores team.
• Take full ownership of stock control, replenishment and inventory accuracy.
• Ensure parts and consumables are available to support workshop requirements.
• Manage supplier relationships, pricing, lead times and service levels.
• Control stock levels and investigate discrepancies.
• Work closely with Operations, Supervisors, & Accounts.
• Monitor departmental KPIs and drive improvements in efficiency and cost control.
• Maintain strong parts traceability and quality standards.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.
• Ensure the department operates in a professional, organised and customer-focused manner.

Skills

Parts management

Stock control

Inventory management

Supplier management

Team leadership

Negotiation

Job description

About NVD

A family-owned business, established in 1980, NVD was set up to assist vehicle manufacturers in the timely and incident free distribution of their products. We’ve established ourselves as a one stop shop providing the three main pillars of outbound logistics, including transporting, storing and enhancing our customers’ vehicles, prior to delivery to their end location. Since 1980 NVD has been at the forefront of pioneering the digitisation of the FVL industry. As early adopters of emerging technology we have been able to introduce huge efficiencies saving time and money for our customers. Our unwavering commitment to progress and continual service improvement remains at the heart of our business today.

Pay And Benefits

• Salary €50,000 p.a.
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Annual Leave Purchase Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Pension Scheme.
• Discounted Gym Membership.
• Death In Service Benefit.
• Digital GP Service.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Parts Manager within a main motor dealership is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of automotive parts operations, stock control and replenishment.
• Proven experience leading and developing a Parts team.
• Strong supplier management and commercial negotiation skills.
• Experience managing KPIs, stock accuracy and departmental performance.
• Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Confident working with dealer management, parts and inventory systems.
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and take full ownership of the department.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and develop the Parts / Stores team.
• Take full ownership of stock control, replenishment and inventory accuracy.
• Ensure parts and consumables are available to support workshop requirements.
• Manage supplier relationships, pricing, lead times and service levels.
• Control stock levels and investigate discrepancies.
• Work closely with Operations, Supervisors, & Accounts.
• Monitor departmental KPIs and drive improvements in efficiency and cost control.
• Maintain strong parts traceability and quality standards.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.
• Ensure the department operates in a professional, organised and customer-focused manner.

Equal Opportunities Statement

National Vehicle Distribution is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value openness, innovation, customer focus, and operational excellence. Our organisation actively promotes equality and prohibits discrimination based on gender, marital/civil status, family status, age, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion, or membership of the Traveller community, in accordance with Irish and UK equality legislation. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared success.

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