Parts Supervisor

Perfect Placement

Our client, a Commercial Vehicle dealership in Worthing, West Sussex, is seeking an experienced and dedicated Parts Supervisor. This is a competitive opportunity for a motivated professional to lead a busy Parts Department, ensuring seamless daily operations and delivering exceptional customer service. The successful individual will join a well-established dealer group with a strong reputation in the local area and within the automotive industry.

Benefits:
  • Competitive salary up to £37,583 per annum, including overtime at 1 in 3 Saturdays
  • Manufacturer training and ongoing professional development through Mercedes-Benz Group
  • Profit share scheme and other financial incentives
  • Company sick pay and death in service benefits
  • Employee assistance programmes and staff discount schemes
  • Additional holiday entitlement based on service, plus a staff birthday day off
  • Supportive, team-oriented working environment
Duties of a Parts Supervisor:
  • Lead, support, and motivate the Parts team to deliver outstanding service and operational efficiency as a Parts Supervisor
  • Oversee the daily operations of the Parts Department, minimising vehicle downtime through prompt parts supply
  • Manage parts sourcing, ordering, stock control, and inventory management 
  • Ensure accurate processing of stock receipts, returns, and documentation
  • Maintain optimal stock levels, monitoring obsolescence and ensuring parts availability
  • Support warranty, recovery, and other manufacturer processes according to brand standards
  • Build strong working relationships across departments including Workshop, Service, and Sales
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements, cost savings, and increased profitability 
  • Support recruitment, training, and performance management of department staff as a Parts Supervisor
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and dealership policies
  • Handle customer inquiries and resolve complaints professionally to ensure a positive customer experience
Requirements of a Parts Supervisor:
  • Proven experience as a Parts Advisor within a commercial or motor dealership environment
  • Previous supervisory, coaching, or team support experience
  • Strong knowledge of parts ordering, stock control, and inventory management systems
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Organisational skills with great attention to detail
  • Commercial awareness and ability to contribute to team performance
  • Good IT skills, ideally with experience in Kerridge / Keyloop
  • Full UK driving licence is essential
  • Knowledge of Mercedes-Benz systems and warranty processes is desirable
Contact Kinga Csipetics, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering West Sussex and Worthing, today to discover more about this fantastic Parts Supervisor opportunity.

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