Parts Advisor - Automotive

Parts Advisor - Automotive

Location: Portsmouth, Southsea, Cosham, Hilsea, Portchester, Fareham, Gosport, Havant, Waterlooville, Purbrook, Drayton, Emsworth, Hayling Island, Wickham, Bedhampton, Paulsgrove

Salary: £35,000 basic + Pension + Benefits + 28 days holiday including bank holidays

Are you an experienced Parts Advisor, Automotive Parts Advisor, Motor Factor Sales Advisor or Car Parts Sales professional with a good knowledge of vehicle parts and components?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established independent motor factor with a strong reputation within the automotive aftermarket. The business has built a loyal customer base and offers a happy, vibrant and trusting working environment where teamwork and customer service are highly valued.

The role would suit someone with experience in automotive parts, car parts sales, motor factor sales, automotive retail or vehicle components, who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in providing excellent service to both trade and retail customers.

The Role - Parts Advisor

As a Parts Advisor, you will play an important role in supporting customers and the internal team, ensuring the accurate identification, sourcing and supply of automotive parts, car parts, vehicle components and accessories.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle incoming enquiries from trade and retail customers
• Identify, advise on and supply the correct car parts, automotive components and accessories
• Accurately process customer orders using internal systems
• Use parts cataloguing systems to identify the correct vehicle parts MAM Autocat or similar experience would be advantageous
• Provide professional customer service and support with product queries, returns and stock checks
• Liaise with customers and suppliers where required to source the correct parts
• Assist with dispatch coordination, general administration and occasional warehouse duties
• Work closely with colleagues to ensure customers receive an efficient and professional service

About You

You will ideally have a background in automotive parts sales, motor factor sales, car parts, automotive retail or vehicle components.

You will also have:

• A strong interest in vehicles and automotive parts, with a good understanding of car components
• Previous experience as a Parts Advisor, Parts Sales Advisor, Automotive Parts Advisor, Motor Factor Sales Advisor or similar
• A confident communication style and professional telephone manner
• Good customer service skills and the ability to deal comfortably with both trade and retail customers
• Good IT skills and confidence using **Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Experience using MAM Software, MAM Autocat or similar automotive parts cataloguing systems would be beneficial
• The ability to manage multiple enquiries and tasks effectively in a busy environment
• A positive, team-focused approach and the ability to work as part of a supportive team

To Register Your Interest

If you are an experienced Parts Advisor, Automotive Parts Advisor, Motor Factor Sales Advisor, Car Parts Sales Advisor or automotive parts professional looking for your next opportunity in the Portsmouth area, please send your CV to Robert Cox at Glen Callum Associates Ltd at or call (phone number removed) for a confidential conversation.

Job Ref: 4398RC Parts Advisor

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