Mokopane Parts Manager

Mokopane Parts Manager

Are you an experienced, energetic, and target-driven leader who knows how to drive profit margins and optimize stock levels? A well-established leader in the automotive sector is seeking a strategic Parts Manager to lead their busy parts department.

Taking full accountability for the financial performance, operational structures, and inventory metrics of the parts division, you will manage and mentor the counter and telesales parts consultants to ensure volume targets are smashed while maintaining exceptional customer service standards.

What’s on Offer?

• Salary: R25,000.00 – R30,000.00 Gross PM (Negotiable based on experience) + Commission (10% of Department Net Profit)

• Status: Full-Time, Permanent following a successful 3-month probation period

• Company Perks: Company Demo Vehicle, Petrol Allowance, and a Cellphone Allowance

• Benefits: 50% Medical Aid contribution (capped at R9,260.50) + Compulsory Gap Cover (R199.00 PM)

• Retirement: 8% Company Pension Fund contribution (applicable post-probation)

• Leave: 15 days per annum (subject to policy conditions)

Key Responsibilities

• Sales Leadership & Profitability: Manage the parts sales team to achieve maximum gross profit targets, drive proactive sales, and establish growth strategies.

• Team Management: Coordinate daily schedules and direct performance management for all counter and telesales parts consultants.

• Operational Oversight: Oversee stock and inventory management, ensuring optimal stock turn, minimal aging stock, and strict alignment with franchise standards.

• Customer Retention: Cultivate a customer-centric environment to build long-term relationships and maintain high customer retention levels.

Are You the Perfect Fit?

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications (Non-Negotiable):

• Essential Experience: Minimum of 3 years of stable experience acting specifically in a Parts Manager role within a franchised automotive dealership context.

• Licensing: A valid and unendorsed South African driver's license is strictly required.

• Skills & Systems: Strong communication, negotiation, and structural planning abilities. Basic computer literacy and familiarity with dealership management software are required.

• Attributes: Proven ability to work exceptionally well under pressure and remain fiercely target-driven.

• Track Record: Must be able to supply contactable references from previous employers for verification.

How to Apply

Ready to drive your career forward? Ensure you have the following documentation ready:

1. Detailed CV (comprehensive and updated, highlighting your parts management experience and inventory benchmarks).

2. ID & License Copy (Required for validation and driver clearance checks).

3. References (Direct contact details for at least 2 professional references from Dealer Principals or Directors you directly reported to).

Apply Now: Visit https://www.easternpersonnel.co.za/ and click on Register CV.

Please Note: Only shortlisted candidates who meet all requirements, will be contacted. If you do not hear back within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Eastern Personnel is fully POPIA compliant, and all personal information will be processed securely and solely for recruitment purposes.