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Automotive retailer Harwoods Group, represents prestigious car brands Aston Martin, Audi, Bentley, Jaguar and Land Rover, as well as the truck brand MAN. We have eighteen businesses across Sussex, Surrey, Kent and Hampshire.

Established since 1931, we are a successful and progressive third generation family owned business and rank #31 in the Sunday Times ‘Top Track 250’, which league tables the UK’s private companies with a turnover of <£650m and <5,000 staff. In 2015 our turnover was £555m and we employed 900 people.

Our vision is to ‘create memorable experiences’, as we believe our primary role is to add maximum value to the customer journey. We also aim to make working at Harwoods as memorable and enjoyable as possible and benefit from above average employee engagement.

With 98% of staff scoring positively when asked ‘I care about the future of Harwoods’, we’re a safe bet for a job and career.

Harwoods Jaguar Brighton was acquired by the Group in 2011 and is based in a very accessible location in Hove. Our team of just under 30 staff offer Jaguar sales and aftersales, Land Rover and Chrysler Jeep Aftersales. Our market area predominately covers Brighton & Hove and the surrounding areas, but we do provide our services nationwide.

The role of the Parts Supervisor is to:

• Manage the operational parts team on a daily basis.

Policies

All Harwoods employees are expected to comply with/adhere to all Harwoods policies and procedures and any additional manufacturer requirements relevant to their role.

Person Specific

Essential

• Proof of Right to Work in the UK.

Experience

Desirable

• Relevant manufacturer experience.

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Smart appearance.
• Competency in numeracy, literacy and IT.
• Understanding of basic vehicle design, function and location of parts.

Competencies

Harwoods has 5 key competencies which describe the behaviours expected of all employees. For this role we are looking for applicants who can demonstrate all of the competencies below at the level described, as per the attached competency framework.

Delivering Memorable Customer Service

Provides customer service which creates ‘memorable experiences’ through meeting and exceeding customer expectations.

Level:

Team Member

High Performing Teams

Supports others to continuously improve performance. Seeks feedback on own performance, takes responsibility for own development & demonstrates Harwoods values.

Commercial and Operational Excellence

Understands the drivers of business performance and uses them to optimise commercial opportunities. Plans and manages processes, resources workflows efficiently.

Innovation & Improvement

Demonstrates openness to change and improvement. Proactively looks for more effective ways of doing things.

Brand Aligned

Knowledgeable of, aligned to and ambassador for the brand and adheres to brand standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the parts ordering system is operating effectively, checking that parts are available to meet customer needs.

• Use electronic lists to ensure the correct part is identified for the customer.

• Complete the required documentation accurately, clearly and quickly, handle all forms of payment accurately.

• Check incoming stock and ensure correct receipt procedures are followed.

• Input complete and accurate stock delivered details onto the department system.

• Contact the manufacturer, supplier or carrier to resolve delivery problems.

• Pick and label parts accurately using a picking list, identify stock which needs to be relocated.

• Assist the Parts Manager in implementing the parts marketing plan.

• Ensure the safety and security of people, vehicles and property at all times, taking action to rectify any known faults or hazards.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £28,000.00-£32,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Parts: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person