Automotive National Parts Manager OEM Level Gauteng, Eastrand
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Job Location:
Boksburg - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Reports to: Aftersales Director & National Aftersales Managers
Remuneration: Market Related dependent on skill set knowledge and experience
Purpose Of The Job:
Our client is seeking a dynamic National Parts Manager to lead our parts operations nationwide. This pivotal role ensures optimal inventory management seamless logistics and exceptional dealer support. You will oversee procurement 3PL partnerships and shipping processes to deliver world-class service.
Remuneration: Market Related dependent on skill set knowledge and experience
Purpose Of The Job:
Our client is seeking a dynamic National Parts Manager to lead our parts operations nationwide. This pivotal role ensures optimal inventory management seamless logistics and exceptional dealer support. You will oversee procurement 3PL partnerships and shipping processes to deliver world-class service.
Responsibilities:
Inventory Management & Forecasting
Please note only candidates with the required experience will be contacted and considered. If you are not contacted within 14 days from application kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.
Applications will only be considered from candidates who meet the specified criteria as per the job spec. If you do not meet the requirements Select Motor Recruitment reserves the right not to respond to your application.
Applications should be submitted no later than Monday 12 January 2026.
Inventory Management & Forecasting
- Forecast parts demand for vehicle models and ensure optimal stock levels
- Monitor inventory turnover minimize obsolescence and perform regular stock audits
- Place orders with OEM factory and accessory OEM suppliers
- Track order progress and lead times from placement to receipt
- Coordinate outbound shipments through 3PL partners: manage freight forwarding consolidation and real-time tracking
- Manage warehousing functions: receiving storing picking packing and dispatching orders
- Liaise with 3PL providers to ensure SLA adherence on-time delivery compliance and resolving discrepancies
- Understand and manage shipping terms: EXW FOB CIF DAP and DDP as used in international parts orders
- Coordinate with customs brokers and shipping lines on import documentation
- Supervise loading/unloading cross-docking last-mile distribution returns and reverse logistics
- Damages/claims and loss management
- Achieve monthly and annual parts sales targets
- Maximise first-pick and first-fill rates at depot and dealer levels
- Maximise stock to sales ratios
- Maximise parts variety coverage efficiency
- Regular competitor analysis
- Provide technical and logistical support to field service teams and dealerships
- Monitor & Evaluate KPIs and implement continuous improvement strategies
- Prepare and manage the parts departments operating budget
- Set competitive pricing to maximize gross profits while maintaining dealer relationships
- Approve supplier invoices and ensure timely supplier payments
- Hire train and supervise parts department staff
- Conduct weekly team reviews and hold departmental meetings
- Evaluate team performance and provide coaching
- Analyse monthly reports on sales inventory shipping performance and expenses
- Reorganise warehouse and logistic processes for improved efficiency through creating SOPs based on GAP analysis and improving on current SOPs
- Participate in management discussions and promotional initiatives
- Matric certificate: Bachelors degree (Supply Chain Logistics Business Administration preferred)
- Minimum 35 years OEM parts/aftersales experience in an OEM environment
- Proven experience managing 3PL providers and domestic/international shipping logistics
- Proficiency with shipping terms (EXW FOB CIF DAP DDP) and customs documentation
- Strong inventory management skills and high service-level achievement
- Excellent leadership communication analytical and negotiation skills
- Advanced MS Excel Word PDF Power Point and ERP/WMS system knowledge
- Experience working with customs brokers and knowledge of import/export regulations
- Strong data analysis problem solving skills and reporting abilities
- Must be able to manage multiple project and meet deadlines with accuracy efficiency with high attention to detail
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and multi-task across stakeholders
- Must be able to travel local and abroad
- Must be a team player but be able to operate independently
Please note only candidates with the required experience will be contacted and considered. If you are not contacted within 14 days from application kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.
Applications will only be considered from candidates who meet the specified criteria as per the job spec. If you do not meet the requirements Select Motor Recruitment reserves the right not to respond to your application.
Applications should be submitted no later than Monday 12 January 2026.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- HR & Payroll
- Cosmetology
- Life Science
- Documentation
- Employee Benefits
