Spare Parts Advisor

Responsibilities:

• Identify, source, and issue automotive spare parts, tools, and consumables required for repairs and maintenance jobs within the workshop.
• Maintain an accurate and up-to-date parts catalogue to ensure easy identification and retrieval of components for various vehicle models.
• Manage inventory levels through regular stock checks, forecasting demand based on workshop activity, and initiating timely reorders to avoid shortages.
• Liaise with both local and international suppliers to obtain quality spare parts, negotiate prices, and ensure prompt delivery in line with operational needs.
• Verify incoming parts for accuracy, quality, and compliance with purchase orders before acceptance into inventory.
• Record all parts issued, received, and returned in the system, maintaining complete traceability for audit and reporting purposes.
• Advise workshop technicians, service advisors, and customers on correct part selection, compatibility, and alternative options when needed.
• Ensure proper labelling, storage, and organization of parts to maintain orderliness and quick accessibility within the store.
• Monitor slow-moving or obsolete stock and recommend actions to optimize inventory turnover and reduce losses.
• Generate daily, weekly, and monthly stock reports for management review, highlighting key metrics such as usage trends, shortages, and supplier performance.
• Coordinate with the finance department on invoice reconciliation, purchase orders, and supplier payment follow-ups.
• Uphold health, safety, and housekeeping standards in the parts store, ensuring compliance with company and industry regulations.

Requirements: 

• Minimum educational qualification: HND or higher.
• At least 5 years of proven experience in a similar role.