Job Description
The job exists to oversee management of inventory, orders and sales of vehicle spare parts.

Duties and Responsibilities
 Overseeing the parts inventory and ensuring set operational budgets are met
 Devising strategies for the parts department in line with the company’s vision
 Managing the supply chain of parts [procurement, receiving, storage, costing and sales]
 Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders
 Processing orders for both internal and external customers
 Supervising the parts sales team and ensuring satisfaction of key deliverables
 Collaborating with the workshop for swift turnaround times and ensuring optimum work in progress levels
 Setting up controls and conducting regular audits to ensure effectiveness of the controls
 Providing thought leadership on emerging trends, grooming, coaching and mentoring of subordinates in line with the department’s key deliverables
 Maintaining a customer register and addressing customer complaints on parts related issues


Qualifications and Experience
 At least a business degree [Marketing, Supply Chain or Business Management]
 A Class 1 Journeyman qualification is a distinct advantage [Motor Mechanics, Auto Electrics or Diesel Plant Fitting]
 At least 5 years’ experience in a similar role
 Thorough knowledge of spare parts and part numbers
 Excellent communication and negotiation skills
 Clean class 4 driver’s license