Automotive Parts Manager

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Benefits

Discounts

Development

Culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Klerksdorp, South Africa, seeks an Automotive Parts Manager to lead the parts department. You will oversee inventory, control costs, motivate the team, and ensure excellent service for internal service departments and external customers.

A strong knowledge of automotive parts and DMS is essential. The role focuses on building supplier relationships, optimizing pricing, and driving sales and profitability.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in an Automotive Parts Department with at least 3 years in a management or supervisory role.
• In-depth knowledge of automotive parts, systems, and various vehicle makes and models.
• Proficiency in inventory management software and dealership management systems (DMS).

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory levels, ensuring adequate stock of parts while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.
• Develop and implement strategies to increase parts sales and profitability.
• Supervise, train, and motivate the parts department staff, fostering a high-performance team culture.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with parts suppliers and negotiate favorable pricing and terms.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of all parts orders, including wholesale and retail sales.
• Oversee the organization and physical inventory of the parts department.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Inventory management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certifications (plus)

Tools

Inventory management software

Dealership management system (DMS)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a busy automotive dealership in Klerksdorp , is seeking a results-oriented and experienced Automotive Parts Manager to oversee all aspects of the parts department operations. This leadership role involves managing inventory, controlling costs, motivating the parts team, and ensuring excellent customer service for both internal service departments and external customers. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of automotive parts, inventory management systems, and a proven track record in sales and profitability within a dealership environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage inventory levels, ensuring adequate stock of parts while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.
• Develop and implement strategies to increase parts sales and profitability.
• Supervise, train, and motivate the parts department staff, fostering a high-performance team culture.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with parts suppliers and negotiate favorable pricing and terms.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of all parts orders, including wholesale and retail sales.
• Oversee the organization and physical inventory of the parts department.

Requirements

• Significant experience in an Automotive Parts Department , with at least 3 years in a management or supervisory role.
• In-depth knowledge of automotive parts, systems, and various vehicle makes and models.
• Proficiency in inventory management software and dealership management systems (DMS).
• Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, control costs, and drive sales performance.
• High school diploma or equivalent; further education or certifications are a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses and profit-sharing opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Generous employee discounts on parts, service, and vehicle purchases.
• Opportunities for professional development and industry certifications.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment within a well-established dealership.