Senior Automotive Parts Manager

Placements24; Vrystaat; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Employee discounts on vehicles, parts,

Pension fund

Medical aid

Training programs

Job summary

Placements24 and a leading automotive dealership in Upington, Northern Cape, seek a highly organized Senior Automotive Parts Manager to lead the parts department. You will oversee inventory, optimize profitability, mentor a team, and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure timely parts delivery and excellent service to internal and external customers.

You will drive inventory control, pricing accuracy, and performance reporting while integrating best practices across the dealership and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in automotive parts management or a senior parts department role.
• Comprehensive knowledge of automotive parts, systems, and vehicle makes/models.
• Proven experience in inventory management and control systems.
• Strong leadership, team management, and motivational skills.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier relationship management abilities.
• Proficiency in using dealership management systems (DMS) and parts cataloging software.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting and P&L management experience.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver"s license.

Responsibilities

• Manage all operations of the automotive parts department, including inventory control, ordering, receiving, and sales.
• Develop and implement strategies to maximize parts sales and department profitability.
• Oversee inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock of parts to meet customer and workshop demands while minimizing overstock.
• Negotiate and maintain strong relationships with parts suppliers and manufacturers.
• Lead, train, and motivate the parts department team to achieve performance goals.
• Ensure accurate pricing, invoicing, and timely delivery of parts.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities and challenges.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe parts department environment.
• Manage the budget for the parts department and report on key performance indicators.
• Ensure compliance with all dealership policies and manufacturer requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Negotiation

Supplier relationships

DMS proficiency

Parts cataloging

Financial acumen

Customer service

Communication skills

Team management

Tools

ERP software

Parts catalog software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading automotive dealership in Upington, Northern Cape , is seeking a highly organized and experienced Senior Automotive Parts Manager . This crucial role involves overseeing all aspects of the parts department, ensuring efficient inventory management, maximizing profitability, and providing exceptional service to both internal (service department) and external customers. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of automotive parts, excellent leadership skills, and a proven ability to manage inventory effectively while driving sales. You will be responsible for leading a team of parts professionals, maintaining strong supplier relationships, and implementing best practices to optimize department performance. This is a fantastic opportunity to take charge of a vital department within a well-established dealership.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all operations of the automotive parts department, including inventory control, ordering, receiving, and sales.
• Develop and implement strategies to maximize parts sales and department profitability.
• Oversee inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock of parts to meet customer and workshop demands while minimizing overstock.
• Negotiate and maintain strong relationships with parts suppliers and manufacturers.
• Lead, train, and motivate the parts department team to achieve performance goals.
• Ensure accurate pricing, invoicing, and timely delivery of parts.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities and challenges.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe parts department environment.
• Manage the budget for the parts department and report on key performance indicators.
• Ensure compliance with all dealership policies and manufacturer requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in automotive parts management or a senior parts department role.
• Comprehensive knowledge of automotive parts, systems, and vehicle makes/models.
• Proven experience in inventory management and control systems.
• Strong leadership, team management, and motivational skills.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier relationship management abilities.
• Proficiency in using dealership management systems (DMS) and parts cataloging software.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting and P&L management experience.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver's license.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to lead a key department within a reputable dealership.
• Access to training and professional development programs.
• Hybrid work arrangement for increased flexibility.
• Employee discounts on vehicles, parts, and service.
• Contributory pension fund and medical aid.
• Supportive management team and positive work culture.
• Potential for career advancement within the automotive group.