Partnership Manager

We are seeking a proactive and results-driven Partnership Manager to lead strategic initiatives that drive growth, compliance, and performance across our Servicesure network. This role is pivotal in enhancing spend compliance, delivering targeted campaigns, and supporting new partnerships, all while acting as a subject matter expert internally and externally.

Main Duties And Accountabilities:

• Drive improvements in Servicesure network spend compliance against budget by collaborating with key stakeholders, Directors, Business Development Managers, Regional Managers and Branch Managers.
• Deliver consistent and regular KPI reporting in partnership with internal teams.
• Develop and execute promotions and campaigns to stimulate specific parts growth across the network.
• Lead targeted growth initiatives for the Servicesure network.
• Represent Servicesure as a subject matter expert both internally and externally.
• Identify and onboard new partnerships, including fleets, warranty companies, and other work provision providers.
• Utilize Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook proficiently.
• Perform any other duties as required by the line manager, commensurate with the role.

This is a hybrid role with some occasional travel to our Chester office and our Head Office in Wolverhampton.

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a tangible impact within a dynamic and growing network. You’ll be part of a collaborative team that values innovation, initiative, and continuous improvement.

About You

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Strong knowledge of the GSF branch network.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive change.
• Exceptional attention to detail with a knack for identifying improvement opportunities.
• Resilient and positive attitude in fast-paced, challenging environments.
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills.
• Self-starter with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Outstanding communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally with customers and partners.

Desirable:

• Experience in the automotive industry.

What We Offer:

• 28 days annual leave, including bank holiday and opportunity to increase annual leave for time served.
• Online employee discount scheme including big discounts to local cinemas, theme park attractions, major retailers and much more.
• Healthcare cash plan.
• Company pension.
• Internal Development Programmes.
• Career progression opportunities.

About Us:

GSF Car Parts is one of the UK’s leading automotive parts distributors, supplying thousands of independent garages throughout the UK and Ireland with parts, tools, garage equipment and specialist training. The group has over 205 branches nationwide and a turnover exceeding £475 million. Built on the heritage and success of a dozen local brand identities acquired over several years, we have traded as one brand since November 2021. Our branch network is bolstered by centralised support and expertise from specialist departments in key areas such as procurement and supply chain, marketing and national accounts. The business also benefits from integrated IT systems, which include our industry leading catalogue system, Allicat, and access to the Group's national garage programme, Servicesure.