Parts Manager- Mercedes Benz, Changan, Subaru and Mitsubishi Sheffield

D. M. Keith is looking for an experienced and commercially
focused Parts Manager to join our growing Aftersales team
in Sheffield.

This is an exciting opportunity to take responsibility for
the Parts operation supporting Mercedes-Benz, Changan, Subaru and
Mitsubishi, alongside our growing Trade Parts business.

We are looking for someone who understands that a great
Parts operation is about much more than ordering and supplying parts. You will
play a key role in ensuring our workshops have the parts they need, our
customers receive an excellent service, and our Trade Parts operation continues
to grow profitably.

You will lead the Parts team, manage stock and suppliers,
maximise sales and gross profit, and work closely with our Aftersales and
Workshop teams to deliver an efficient, commercially successful operation.

About the business

D. M. Keith is a well-established and growing automotive
group with a strong family culture and an ambitious approach to the future.

We believe in investing in our people and creating an
environment where talented individuals can develop and succeed.

Joining our Sheffield Aftersales operation gives you the
opportunity to work with an exciting portfolio of brands, including Mercedes-Benz,
Changan, Subaru and Mitsubishi, while playing an important role in growing
our Trade Parts business.

You'll be joining a business where your ideas and experience
can make a genuine difference.

About the role

As Parts Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day
performance of the Parts Department, including:

• Leading,
  developing and motivating the Parts team.
  
• Managing
  Parts operations across Mercedes-Benz, Changan, Subaru and
  Mitsubishi.
  
• Developing
  and growing our Trade Parts business and customer base.
  
• Ensuring
  excellent parts availability for our workshop and retail customers.
  
• Managing
  stock levels, ordering, obsolete stock and stock ageing.
  
• Maximising
  Parts sales, profitability and gross margin.
  
• Managing
  Parts purchasing and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
  
• Monitoring
  and improving Parts department KPIs and financial performance.
  
• Ensuring
  accurate stock control and regular stock checks.
  
• Identifying
  opportunities to increase Parts sales and improve departmental
  profitability.
  
• Working
  closely with Service Advisors, Technicians and Aftersales Management to
  minimise vehicle downtime.
  
• Maintaining
  excellent relationships with manufacturers and suppliers.
  
• Ensuring
  all Parts processes, systems and manufacturer standards are followed.
  
• Delivering
  consistently high levels of customer service.
  
• Supporting
  the wider Aftersales team to achieve our commercial and customer
  satisfaction objectives.
  
• Ensuring
  the department operates safely, efficiently and in line with company
  policies.
  

About you

We're looking for an experienced Parts professional who is
ready to take the next step in their career, or an established Parts Manager
looking for a new challenge.

You will be commercially minded, organised, energetic and
customer focused.

You don't need to have worked across all four brands. What's
important is that you have strong automotive Parts experience, understand what
makes a successful Parts Department tick, and have the ambition to improve
performance.

If you're someone who enjoys leading a team, growing sales,
improving processes and seeing the results of your work, we'd love to hear from
you.

You will ideally have:

• Previous
  experience as a Parts Manager, Assistant Parts Manager or
  experienced Parts Supervisor within the automotive sector.
  
• Strong
  knowledge of automotive parts and Parts Department operations.
  
• Experience
  of working with workshop, retail and/or Trade Parts customers.
  
• A
  strong commercial understanding, with the ability to manage sales, margins
  and stock effectively.
  
• Experience
  of leading and developing a team.
  
• Excellent
  organisational and communication skills.
  
• A
  proactive approach and the ability to identify opportunities to improve
  performance.
  
• Strong
  attention to detail, particularly around stock control and financial
  performance.
  
• The
  confidence to work across multiple franchises and manufacturer
  requirements.
  
• A
  genuine passion for delivering great customer service.
  

Trade Parts experience would be highly advantageous.

What we offer:

• Competitive
  basic salary, dependent on experience.
  
• Performance-related
  bonus opportunity.
  
• Company
  benefits package.
  
• Manufacturer
  training and ongoing development.
  
• Career
  development opportunities within a growing automotive group.
  
• A
  supportive and professional working environment.
  
• The
  opportunity to work with multiple premium and growing automotive brands.
  
• The
  opportunity to develop and grow our Trade Parts operation.
  
• The
  chance to make your mark on a commercially important Aftersales
  department.
  

We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to
creating an inclusive environment for all employees and do not discriminate on
the basis of race,ethnicity, gender, age, national origin, religion, disability
or other characteristics.