Parts Manager — Lead Auto Parts Team & Growth

Cooks Motor Group; Colchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An automotive retail group in Colchester is seeking a Parts Manager to oversee and enhance operations in their parts department. The ideal candidate will lead and motivate teams to deliver outstanding customer service and drive business success. Experience in the automotive industry and excellent organizational abilities are essential. The position offers diverse opportunities for growth within the company and the chance to work in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

33 days of annual leave

Exclusive retail discounts

Discounts on new and used cars

Company pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Cycle-to-work scheme

Wellbeing support for you and your family

24/7 access to healthcare professionals

Paid volunteer day

Company share purchase plan

Financial rewards for referrals

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience within the automotive industry is essential.
• Excellent organisation skills, with experience in high-level reporting.
• Experience working in an agile environment, responding quickly to changing business needs.
• An open and approachable leadership style, with experience in leading and coaching managers.

Responsibilities

• Effectively communicate and motivate the bodyshop aftersales teams.
• Proactively lead a team and ensure empowered decision-making.
• Direct resources to ensure effective and efficient operations.
• Develop strategic decisions for parts organization.
• Regularly review country KPIs for trends.
• Carry out performance and development reviews with managers.
• Constantly assess parts improvements.

Skills

Experience within the automotive industry

Excellent organisation skills

Experience in high-level reporting

Leadership and motivational skills

Job description

An automotive retail group in Colchester is seeking a Parts Manager to oversee and enhance operations in their parts department. The ideal candidate will lead and motivate teams to deliver outstanding customer service and drive business success. Experience in the automotive industry and excellent organizational abilities are essential. The position offers diverse opportunities for growth within the company and the chance to work in a dynamic environment.