Parts Manager- Mercedes Benz, Changan, Subaru and Mitsubishi Sheffield

Parts Manager- Mercedes Benz, Changan, Subaru and Mitsubishi Sheffield

Sheffield, United Kingdom | Posted on 04/09/2026

• Salary Basic of £31,500 + OTE up to £36,500
• City Sheffield
• Province South Yorkshire
• Country United Kingdom
• Postal Code S2 4AL

Job Description

D. M. Keith is looking for an experienced and commerciallyfocused Parts Manager to join our growing Aftersales teamin Sheffield .

This is an exciting opportunity to take responsibility forthe Parts operation supporting Mercedes-Benz, Changan, Subaru andMitsubishi , alongside our growing Trade Parts business.

We are looking for someone who understands that a greatParts operation is about much more than ordering and supplying parts. You willplay a key role in ensuring our workshops have the parts they need, ourcustomers receive an excellent service, and our Trade Parts operation continuesto grow profitably.

You will lead the Parts team, manage stock and suppliers,maximise sales and gross profit, and work closely with our Aftersales andWorkshop teams to deliver an efficient, commercially successful operation.

About the business

D. M. Keith is a well-established and growing automotivegroup with a strong family culture and an ambitious approach to the future.

We believe in investing in our people and creating anenvironment where talented individuals can develop and succeed.

Joining our Sheffield Aftersales operation gives you theopportunity to work with an exciting portfolio of brands, including Mercedes-Benz,Changan, Subaru and Mitsubishi , while playing an important role in growingour Trade Parts business.

You'll be joining a business where your ideas and experiencecan make a genuine difference.

About the role

As Parts Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-dayperformance of the Parts Department, including:

• Leading,developing and motivating the Parts team.
  
• ManagingParts operations across Mercedes-Benz, Changan, Subaru andMitsubishi .
  
• Developingand growing our Trade Parts business and customer base.
  
• Ensuringexcellent parts availability for our workshop and retail customers.
  
• Managingstock levels, ordering, obsolete stock and stock ageing.
  
• MaximisingParts sales, profitability and gross margin.
  
• ManagingParts purchasing and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
  
• Monitoringand improving Parts department KPIs and financial performance.
  
• Ensuringaccurate stock control and regular stock checks.
  
• Identifyingopportunities to increase Parts sales and improve departmentalprofitability.
  
• Workingclosely with Service Advisors, Technicians and Aftersales Management tominimise vehicle downtime.
  
• Maintainingexcellent relationships with manufacturers and suppliers.
  
• Ensuringall Parts processes, systems and manufacturer standards are followed.
  
• Deliveringconsistently high levels of customer service.
  
• Supportingthe wider Aftersales team to achieve our commercial and customersatisfaction objectives.
  
• Ensuringthe department operates safely, efficiently and in line with companypolicies.
  

About you

We're looking for an experienced Parts professional who isready to take the next step in their career, or an established Parts Managerlooking for a new challenge.

You will be commercially minded, organised, energetic andcustomer focused .

You don't need to have worked across all four brands. What'simportant is that you have strong automotive Parts experience, understand whatmakes a successful Parts Department tick, and have the ambition to improveperformance.

If you're someone who enjoys leading a team, growing sales,improving processes and seeing the results of your work, we'd love to hear fromyou.

You will ideally have:

• Previousexperience as a Parts Manager, Assistant Parts Manager orexperienced Parts Supervisor within the automotive sector.
  
• Strongknowledge of automotive parts and Parts Department operations.
  
• Experienceof working with workshop, retail and/or Trade Parts customers .
  
• Astrong commercial understanding, with the ability to manage sales, marginsand stock effectively.
  
• Experienceof leading and developing a team.
  
• Excellentorganisational and communication skills.
  
• Aproactive approach and the ability to identify opportunities to improveperformance.
  
• Strongattention to detail, particularly around stock control and financialperformance.
  
• Theconfidence to work across multiple franchises and manufacturerrequirements.
  

Trade Parts experience would be highly advantageous.

What we offer:

• Competitivebasic salary, dependent on experience.
  
• Performance-relatedbonus opportunity.
  
• Companybenefits package.
  
• Manufacturertraining and ongoing development.
  
• Careerdevelopment opportunities within a growing automotive group.
  
• Asupportive and professional working environment.
  
• Theopportunity to work with multiple premium and growing automotive brands.
  
• Theopportunity to develop and grow our Trade Parts operation.
  
• Thechance to make your mark on a commercially important Aftersalesdepartment.
  

We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed tocreating an inclusive environment for all employees and do not discriminate onthe basis of race,ethnicity, gender, age, national origin, religion, disabilityor other characteristics.