Parts Manager

Parts Manager – £42,000 – Chesterfield

Full-Time, Permanent Francesca’s Recruitment Ltd – Recruiting on behalf of our client

Francesca’s Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Parts Manager to lead a busy Parts Department for our engineering sector client in Chesterfield. This role requires a confident, proactive leader with strong operational knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage a team effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of 4–6 staff within the Parts Department.

• Oversee spare parts procurement, stock control, and inventory accuracy.

• Ensure efficient distribution and timely delivery of parts to customers.

• Handle quotations, order processing, returns, and invoicing.

• Provide excellent customer service and maintain strong client relationships.

• Monitor KPIs and implement improvements across the department.

• Support warehouse operations when required (packing goods, forklift use).

• Maintain accurate pricing, promotions, and online activity.

• Work collaboratively with internal departments to improve processes.

• Identify obsolete stock and support continuous improvement initiatives.

• Contribute to business development and drive parts sales growth.

Essential Requirements

• Proven managerial experience overseeing a team of approx. 4–6 people.

• Confident, proactive, and highly motivated approach.

• Strong communication skills and ability to work under pressure.

• Willingness to undertake hands-on duties when required.

• Industry background in construction or automotive.

• Comfortable picking up the phone and engaging with customers.

• Actively seeking a new role.

Desirable Skills

• SAP S4 Hana experience.

• Experience posting promotional content on LinkedIn.

• 10+ years management experience.

Salary & Benefits

• £42,000 per annum (non-negotiable)

• Pension scheme (post-probation)

• 31 days annual leave including bank holidays

• Hours: Mon–Thurs 8:00–16:30, Fri 8:00–15:30

Application Process

Applicants must provide a CV and references at the point of submission.