Spare Parts Manager

arabian auto agency; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An automotive company in Jeddah is seeking a Spare Parts Manager to oversee all operations for spare parts, ensuring stock levels and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree, 5-8 years of relevant experience in the automotive sector, and strong leadership abilities. Fluency in Arabic and English is essential. This role offers an opportunity to lead a dynamic team and drive profitability.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in spare parts or after-sales management within the automotive sector.
• Strong leadership and negotiation skills.
• Fluent in Arabic and English.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily parts operations: purchasing, receiving, storage, and sales.
• Maintain accurate stock levels and minimize obsolete inventory.
• Develop pricing and sales strategies to achieve profit targets.
• Manage supplier relationships and warranty/return processes.
• Support service team by ensuring timely parts availability.
• Lead and train the parts team to deliver excellent service.
• Monitor KPIs and ensure compliance with company policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Inventory management

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

DMS

SAP

Job description

Job Purpose:

To manage and oversee all spare parts operations, ensuring optimal stock levels, profitability, and high customer satisfaction.

The role focuses on purchasing, inventory control, team supervision, and coordination with other departments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily parts operations: purchasing, receiving, storage, and sales.
• Maintain accurate stock levels and minimize obsolete inventory.
• Develop and implement pricing and sales strategies to achieve profit targets.
• Manage supplier relationships and warranty/return processes.
• Support the service team by ensuring timely parts availability.
• Lead, train, and motivate the parts team to deliver excellent service.
• Monitor KPIs, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with company policies and safety standards.

Skills

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Mechanical Engineering (preferred).
• 5–8 years of experience in spare parts or after-sales management within the automotive sector.
• Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of inventory systems (DMS, SAP) and automotive spare parts operations.
• Fluent in Arabic and English.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Sales and profit achievement.
• Parts availability and inventory accuracy.
• Customer satisfaction levels.
• Reduction in obsolete stock.
• Team productivity and retention.