Parts Controller

We’re delighted to be recruiting a Parts Controller on behalf of a well-established and growing engineering business based in Market Harborough. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially aware and organised individual to join a supportive team, where they will play a key role in stock management, supplier liaison, parts sales and supporting operational efficiency across the business. The successful Parts Controller will benefit from full training and development, making this a fantastic vacancy for someone looking to build a long-term career within a respected organisation.
 

• £26,000 – £28,000pa
• Monday to Friday, 8.30am-5pm
• 33 days holiday including bank holidays
• Company life assurance
• Christmas shutdown
• Free on-site parking
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Training, development and progression opportunities

Duties and responsibilities

• Process parts requests accurately for production, service teams, engineers and customers
• Monitor stock levels, maintain inventory records and place orders to ensure stock availability
• Liaise with suppliers regarding pricing, availability, lead times and order queries
• Prepare quotations, process parts sales and identify opportunities to increase parts revenue
• Receive, check, record and allocate incoming goods, ensuring inventory information remains accurate
• Coordinate the picking, issuing and despatch of parts, maintaining all relevant documentation
• Manage stock control activities including cycle counts, workshop stock, consumables and departmental supplies

Required skills and experience

• Previous experience in a Parts Controller, stock control, inventory or similar role is desirable
• Strong organisational skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Good IT skills, including experience using inventory management systems and Microsoft Excel
• Ability to work on own initiative and prioritise workload effectively
• Commercial awareness with the ability to identify sales opportunities and add value
• Knowledge of vehicle parts, engineering components, logistics processes or supplier management would be advantageous