Job role: Parts Controller
Location: Market Harborough
Salary: £30,000 per annum
Term: Permanent
The Opportunity:
DRR is currently working for our client who is looking for a commercially minded and detail-focused Parts Controller to join our small but expanding parts team. This is a key role responsible for supporting production and service teams by managing stock levels, processing orders, liaising with suppliers, and actively selling parts to customers and group companies.
This role offers a great opportunity for someone who is practical, detail-focused, and able to pick things up quickly. Full training and support will be provided, so the right attitude and a willingness to learn are just as important as previous experience.
Responsibilities and Duties:
Accurately process and manage internal parts requests for production, service, and customer orders
Monitor stock levels and raise purchase requisitions to maintain adequate availability
Ensure stock movements are correctly recorded in the company\'s inventory system
Liaise with the Stores Person to ensure timely picking and issuing of parts
Identify and pursue parts sales opportunities with customers and group companies
Prepare quotations, raise sales orders, and manage dispatch of outbound parts
Liaise with suppliers to track orders, confirm lead times, and resolve delivery issues
Support returns, warranty parts, and non-conformances
Provide regular updates to the Parts Manager on stock levels, supplier performance, and sales opportunities
Maintain high standards of accuracy and efficiency across all parts-related processes
Ensure all relevant Health & Safety and quality procedures are followed
Experience, Qualifications and Skills required:
Previous experience in a parts, stock control, or inventory-based role (ideally in an automotive, manufacturing, or engineering environment) – Desirable
Ability to use own initiative – Essential
Strong organisational skills with attention to detail – Essential
Excellent communication and customer service skills – Essential
Proficient in using inventory systems and MS Office (especially Excel) – Essential
A proactive and commercially aware mindset, with the ability to identify sales opportunities – Essential
Ability to work effectively as part of a small, busy team – Essential
Experience in parts sales or quotations – Desirable
Knowledge of vehicle parts, mechanical components, or engineering kits – Desirable
Familiarity with logistics, goods-in/goods-out processes, and supplier liaison – Desirable
The benefits:
Competitive rates of pay
Company life assurance (death-in-service benefit)
33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Christmas shut down
Free on-site parking
Secure employment with opportunities for progression in an established, industry-leading business
Supportive working culture with long-standing and knowledgeable team members
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including confidential counselling
Team social events and recognition initiatives
Monday to Friday 08:30 – 17:00
To apply for this position please send a copy of your CV to Mark@driverresource.co.uk
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Contact Details:
Driver Resource Recruitment Recruitment Team
