Assistant Manager - Parts

Position Overview

The Assistant Manager – Parts Sales is a pivotal leadership role responsible for overseeing the full spectrum of Parts Operations across multiple locations. This position ensures the seamless availability of inventory, efficient procurement processes, and profitable parts sales while driving operational excellence and enhancing supplier and wholesale partnerships. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in optimizing inventory performance, supporting workshop efficiency, and fostering strong relationships with independent workshops and fleet customers to maximize revenue and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Inventory Management and Planning: Lead the strategic planning, forecasting, and procurement of parts to maintain optimal inventory levels, ensuring high availability while minimizing excess and obsolete stock.
• Procurement and Supplier Relations: Oversee OEM ordering systems and cultivate robust relationships with suppliers and wholesalers to secure competitive pricing, reliable deliveries, and high-quality parts.
• Sales and Revenue Growth: Drive parts sales across workshop, retail, and wholesale channels, identifying opportunities to expand market share and increase profitability.
• Performance Monitoring: Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) such as inventory turnover, stock accuracy, and branch performance to ensure operational efficiency and adherence to financial targets.
• Data and System Management: Ensure the integrity and accuracy of ERP/DMS data, maintaining compliance with operational standards and facilitating informed decision-making.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and nurture long-term partnerships with independent workshops, fleet customers, and other key stakeholders to enhance service offerings and drive customer loyalty.

Qualifications and Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 6–8 years of progressive experience in Automotive Parts Management, with a proven track record in procurement, inventory planning, and parts sales.
• Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience with Dealership Management Systems (DMS), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Industry Knowledge: In-depth understanding of OEM parts systems, including Electronic Parts Catalogs (ETK/EPC), inventory control methodologies, and automotive supply chain operations.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional analytical abilities, strong negotiation skills, and the capacity to manage stakeholders effectively at all levels.

Why Join Us?

As an Assistant Manager – Parts Sales, you will have the opportunity to lead a dynamic team, shape strategic initiatives, and contribute to the growth and success of a leading automotive parts organization. This role offers a challenging and rewarding career path with the potential for professional development and impactful contributions in a fast-paced industry.