Parts Advisor

 

Main characteristics

Location

Preston, Lancashire

Company

The Solution Auto

Salary

£23320 - £31000/annum £23,320 Basic £31k OTE

Employment type

Permanent

Category

Automotive / Aerospace

Job summary

Vacancy - Parts Advisor - Preston

Our client, the BEST employer in the North West, is looking to recruit an experienced Part Advisor

You will be responsible for supporting the Parts Manager in the efficient running of the parts department including the showroom and goods inward area whilst maintaining effective and accurate communications between customers and the Parts Manager.

Responsibilities of the Parts Assistant/Advisor

To achieve a level of profitability that meets departmental, branch and company expectations.
Dealing with customers on a day to day basis whether face to face, phone or email.
Manage existing customer accounts and build new relationships with customers to increase/develop departmental growth and exceed customer expectations.
Maintaining all records efficiently and accurately as required, including the preparation of quotations and liaising with the Service department.
Manage stocks alongside the part manager to maintain correct stock levels and ensure orders are placed in a timely manner.
Ensure that information is communicated effectively and in a timely fashion to those departments that may be influenced in the service you are providing.
Adhoc duties as required.

Required Experience/Skills:

Kerridge/Drive experience preferred.
Knowledge and experience in either the agricultural, automotive or plant machinery industry.
Can remain calm under pressure.
Be organized and have the ability to multitask efficiently.
Proactive and methodical in approach to problem solving.
Work towards targets and objectives set.
Able to work alone and on your own initiative.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Excellent Organisational skills and Planning skills.

Salary:

£23,320 basic

£31k OTE

Working hours: -

41.25 hours on a rota

Mon to Fri flexible start/finish times and will be discussed at interview.

Site opens 7am - 6pm

1 in 3 sat mornings (paid as 1.5 overtime - over and above basic)

Company bonuses / pension

Great company

We placed the best Parts Manager in the area here, he's still there after many years and loving it.

Further training and development for the successful candidate with huge career prospects

Who are you applying to?
The Solution Automotive Recruitment have been placing candidates into the UK Motor Trade since 1999. We have a fantastic relationship with all our clients and candidates across the country, many very long standing relationships. If you are skilled and experienced Automotive candidate, we want to hear from you and rest assured, you'll be dealing with a person, not just a consultant! Unfortunately due to the volume of applications we get, we can only respond to the candidates who match the criteria set for this vacancy. We will retain your CV on our database and make contact as and when suitable vacancies arise. We will NEVER send your CV anywhere without your permission.

Key positons; Sales Executive, Sales Manager, Business Manager, Service Advisor, Parts Advisor, Technician, Mechanic, Master Technician, Workshop Controller, Service Manager, After Sales Manager, Dealer Principal, General Manager

Benefits: £23,320 Basic £31k OTE