About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and organised Parts Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day parts requirements of our workshop.

This is a hands-on position responsible for sourcing and ordering parts, managing stock, coordinating with suppliers and working closely with our mechanics and yard staff to ensure parts are available when required.

You will also use our workshop management software to allocate parts to individual jobs, maintain accurate records and create and process invoices.

This role does not involve managing staff. We are looking for someone who can independently manage the parts function and keep things running efficiently in a busy workshop environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and order automotive parts from suppliers
• Manage parts stock and maintain appropriate inventory levels
• Receive and check incoming parts and deliveries
• Work closely with mechanics, yard staff and the wider workshop team to identify and organise parts requirements
• Allocate parts to individual workshop jobs using computer software
• Create and process invoices and maintain accurate parts records
• Follow up outstanding and backordered parts and communicate expected arrival times
• Manage incorrect or unused parts, returns and supplier credits
• Build and maintain strong relationships with parts suppliers
• Compare supplier pricing, quality and availability to source parts efficiently and cost-effectively
• Monitor stock levels and assist with regular stocktakes
• Keep the parts and storage areas organised
• Manage warranty claims and faulty-part returns where required
• Prioritise urgent orders to minimise workshop delays and vehicle downtime
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