At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead trade sales operations and develop strategies to boost revenue.
- Company: Join Currie Motors, a family-owned dealership with over 80 years of excellence.
- Benefits: Enjoy 30 days leave, discounts on cars, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Dynamic team culture with opportunities for career progression.
- Why this job: Make an impact in a supportive environment while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in automotive parts and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 40000 £ per year.
Salary - £35k OTE £40k per annum, plus Company vehicle
Monday to Friday 8am - 6pm
Location - Isleworth
This role is responsible for Trade Account Customers. Our Trade Parts Manager will oversee B2B sales operations of our Toyota and Lexus parts department, focusing on supplying external businesses such as independent garages, body shops, and fleet operators.
Key Responsibilities- Sales Strategy & Growth: Develop and execute plans to grow trade sales revenue and meet monthly/yearly profitability targets. Identify new sales opportunities and manage relationships with a dedicated portfolio of trade accounts.
- Team Leadership: Train and mentor the Trade parts staff, including Parts Advisors and delivery drivers. Set departmental KPIs and conduct performance reviews to ensure high productivity.
- Pricing & Margin Management: Establish pricing structures that balance volume sales with profit margins.
- Customer Service Excellence: Maintain a customer-centric culture, handling complex technical inquiries and resolving supply chain issues to ensure high client retention.
- Manufacturer Relationship: Maintain a healthy relationship with the manufacturers Trade team, by arranging regular updates, meetings with our area representative and participating in all approved campaigns.
- Gross Margin Percentage: Target exceeding 55% to cover overhead and ensure core profitability.
- Average Order Value (AOV): Drive toward a target by pushing volume per order.
- Repeat Customer Rate: Aim for cumulative loyalty over a 12-month customer lifetime.
- On-Time Delivery Rate: Target near 100% to meet the schedule-sensitive needs of trade customers.
- Experience: Typically, 3-5 years in automotive parts operations with at least 2 years in a Supervisory or Management role.
- Technical Knowledge: Proficiency in Key loop (CDK) Drive and electronic parts catalogues (EPCs).
- Soft Skills: Advanced negotiation, strategic thinking, and the ability to work under high pressure in fast-paced environments.
- Licensing: A valid driver's license is essential for visiting trade customers or overseeing parts delivery logistics.
- 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays), plus 1 day reward for full year attendance and increasing on tenure
- Discounts on car purchases / repairs / parts
- Car Leasing Scheme (after qualifying period)
- Ongoing training, both in-house and with the manufacturer
- Eyecare Vouchers
- Loyalty & Long Service Awards
- Workplace Pension Scheme
- Opportunity for career progression
About Currie Motors: At Currie Motors, we are a family-owned, fourth-generation dealership group with over 80 years of automotive excellence and more than 50 years in the UK. As a business that has been passed down through generations, we take pride in our strong reputation for delivering exceptional customer service. With a legacy built on trust, innovation, and teamwork, we offer our employees ongoing training, career development opportunities, and a supportive workplace culture.
Our diverse team, made up of professionals from various backgrounds, is at the heart of our success. If you're looking to grow your career with a well-established and forward-thinking company, Currie Motors is the place for you!
Job Type: Full-time
Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
Parts Manager in Grove employer: Currie Motors UK Limited
Currie Motors is an exceptional employer located in Isleworth, offering a supportive and family-oriented work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With competitive benefits such as 30 days of annual leave, ongoing training, and opportunities for career progression, we foster an environment where our team can thrive while delivering outstanding service to our trade customers. Join us to be part of a legacy built on trust and innovation, where your contributions are valued and recognised.
