Parts Manager


Company:	Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Salary:	£34,000 to £39,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Sunderland, SR5 3JJ
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	8 Sept 2026
Closing date:	7 Oct 2026

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Summary

Parts Manager vacancy in Sunderland!

Our client, a reputable accident repair group based in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, is seeking an experienced and motivated Parts Manager to lead their parts department. This is a vital role offering an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional to contribute to a forward-thinking organisation committed to excellence in vehicle repair services.

Benefits for the successful Parts Manager:

- Competitive basic salary of £34,000.00, with an OTE of approximately £39,000.00

- 29 days holiday, including public holidays, increasing with length of service

- Pension contributions to secure your future

- Referral bonus scheme rewarding your recommendations

- Enhanced parental leave and sick pay schemes

- Wagestream app providing financial wellbeing benefits, including early access to earned wages, savings, shopping discounts, and financial coaching

- Flexible working arrangements – discuss your requirements with us

- Ongoing training through accredited Steer Academy, fully funded by the company

- Clear opportunities for career progression within a progressive organisation

Duties of the Parts Manager:

- Manage the parts department, overseeing sourcing, ordering, and controlling parts inventory to ensure availability and competitive pricing

- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, proactively resolving shortages, delays, and discrepancies

- Check all received parts for accuracy, quality, and damage, addressing issues efficiently

- Maintain accurate records of orders, invoices, credits, and stock movements to ensure effective stock control

- Collaborate closely with Technicians, Workshop Controllers, and VDA teams to prioritise parts requirements and minimise repair delays

- Ensure the parts environment adheres to safety, organisation, and industry standards

- Monitor industry trends and implement procurement strategies to optimise parts supply

Requirements of the Parts Manager:

- Proven experience in parts management within the automotive or motor trade sector

- Strong knowledge of parts ordering, stock control, and inventory management systems

- Understanding of workshop operations and the impact of parts availability on repair workflows

- Excellent IT skills, including experience with web-based systems, Excel, and email communication

- Strong organisational and communication skills

- Ability to perform effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment

- Attention to detail and a proactive approach to issue resolution

If you are an organised individual with a passion for automotive parts and the drive to contribute to a reputable accident repair business, we would like to hear from you. This is your chance to join a company dedicated to excellence and career development.

Contact Sam Butcher, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Sunderland and Tyne and Wear, today to discover more about this fantastic Parts Manager opportunity.

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